Publisher's Synopsis
The Suppression of Piracy in the China Sea, 1849 is a historical book written by John Charles Dalrymple Hay in 1889. The book provides a detailed account of the efforts made by the British government to suppress piracy in the China Sea during the mid-19th century. It highlights the challenges faced by the British navy and the strategies employed to combat piracy in the region.The book begins with an overview of the piracy situation in the China Sea during the early 19th century, and how it affected international trade and commerce. It then delves into the British government's decision to intervene and suppress piracy in the region. The author provides a detailed account of the various naval expeditions that were launched to combat piracy, and the challenges faced by the British navy in the process.The book also sheds light on the political and diplomatic aspects of the piracy suppression campaign, including the negotiations and treaties that were signed with the Chinese government. It explores the role of key figures in the campaign, such as Admiral Sir James Stirling and Captain Charles Elliot, and their contributions to the success of the campaign.Overall, The Suppression of Piracy in the China Sea, 1849 is a comprehensive and informative account of a significant chapter in the history of piracy and international relations in the Asia-Pacific region. It is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in naval history and piracy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
