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Revolt in China Sparks Independence Declarations Across Cities
Reports from Canton Hong Kong and Fu Chow describe revolutionary activity as Manchu forces lose control. Foreign powers move marines to protect nationals while Canton proclaims independence and unrest spreads through Shanghai and surrounding districts.
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Tonlett
Fo Wien
Germany
Gritua
Shanghai
Hong Kong
Canton
China
Amos
Noy
Fu Chow
Mancht
South
Baying
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