APPENDIX. 
i. 
U. S. Ship Peacock, 
Saluafata Bay, 
February 25th, 1841. 
Sir,— 
You will take charge of the boat expedition against the towns of 
Saluafata, Fusi, and Salelese. 
Your party will be divided into three divisions: you will take 
charge of the first, accompanied by Lieutenant De Haven; and 
Lieutenant Emmons, assisted by Passed Midshipman Davis, will take 
charge of the second division; Lieutenant Perry, assisted by Passed 
Midshipman Harrison, will take charge of the third division, of re¬ 
served men, and remain on the beach, for the preservation of the 
boats, and to secure your retreat. 
You will give the most positive orders not to fire on the natives or 
destroy life, unless the safety of your own party, or open and hostile 
resistance on the part of the natives, make it absolutely necessary for 
the discharge of the duty assigned you. 
I trust much to your discretion and prompt attention on the present 
occasion, and that the men and officers placed under your command 
may not be subjected to any unnecessary hazard or exposure. With 
a sincere desire for your safety and success, 
I am, &c., 
Wm. L. Hudson, 
Commanding U. S. Ship Peacock. 
To Lieutenant Wm. M. Walker, 
U, S. Ship Peacock. 
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