Ports of the world - Canton/Foreword

by the United States Bureau of Naval Personnel

INCE warships flying the American flag have made the world of waters their cruising grounds and since they carry with them scores of thousands of seagoing Americans, the personal interest of the Nation in ports, far and near, is ever increasing in recent years.

In order to furnish valuable information to officers and enlisted men of the Navy who visit these ports, the Bureau of Navigation is preparing individual guidebooks on the principal ports of all quarters of the globe.

Although every effort has been made to include accurate information on the most important subjects connected with this port, it is realized that some important facts may have been omitted and that certain details may be inaccurate. Any information concerning omissions or inaccuracies addressed to Guidebook Editor, Bureau of Navigation, will be appreciated. The information will be incorporated into revised editions.

Acknowledgment is made to the National Geographic Society for its suggestions, both as to editorial policy and the interesting details concerning this port and its environs.

Acknowledgment is also made to Underwood & Underwood and Publishers' Photo Service for the following photographs, which are copyrighted.