As the dhow came in yesterday, I can spare both our boats; and shall, of course, ship the goods here on board the big craft.

Even if the Burmese come this way, I have no fear of their taking the town; and shall, of course, lend a hand in the defence, if they attempt it.

You can do the same at Ramoo, if you like.
"I was chatting with Colonel Shatland yesterday.

He tells me that a large fleet has been collected, and that an expedition will be sent to capture Rangoon so, in that case, it is likely that Bandoola and his force will march off in that direction.
"I think government are wrong.

It will be impossible for the troops to move, when the wet season once sets in; and they will lose a tremendous lot of men from sickness, if they are cooped up in Rangoon.