Quote by: Townsend Harris

The President wishes the Japanese to be very prudent about the introduction of opium, and if a treaty is made, he wishes that opium may be strictly prohibited.


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Author Bio


  • NameTownsend Harris
  • DescriptionAmerican diplomat
  • BornOctober 3, 1804
  • DiedFebruary 25, 1878
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionDiplomat