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soldiers and Negroes formerly mentioned, and would then 
proceed to Fattatenda, five hundred miles up the Gambia; 
where, having first obtained permission from the King of 
Woolli, he would disembark with the troops, asses, &c. 
After having allowed time for refreshment, and the neces- 
sary arrangements being made, he would then proceed 
on his journey to the Niger. The route he intends pursuing 
would lead him through the kingdoms of Bondou, Kajaaga, 
Fooladoo, and Bambarra, 
" In conducting an expedition of this nature through 
such an extent of country, Mr. Park is sensible that 
difficulties will unavoidably occur ; but he will be careful 
to use conciliatory measures on every occasion. He will 
state to the native princes the good understanding that 
has always subsisted between them and the English, and 
will invariably declare that hispresent journey is undertaken 
solely for the extension of commerce and promotion of their 
mutual interests. 
" On his arrival at the Niger his attention will be first 
directed to gain the friendship of the King of Bambarra. 
For this purpose he will send one of the Bambarra Dooties 
forward to Sego with a small present. This man will inform 
Mansong of our arrival in his kingdom, and that it is our 
intention to come down to Sego with presents to him, as 
soon as he has given us permission, and we have provided 
the necessary means of conveying ourselves thither. 
" In the mean time we must use every possible exertion 
to construct the two boats before mentioned with the 
utmost possible despatch. When the boats are completed, 
and every thing is ready for embarking, Mr. Park Would 
