[Enclosure No. 5.], April 22, 1863.

[Enclosure No. 5.]

Sir: I have the honor to enclose for your information, and that of the American citizens through the United States consulate, a copy of a general order which Rear-Admiral Keeper has issued to her Britannic Majesty’s squadron at this anchorage, detailing the arrangements made with the view of providing for the safety of the foreign community in the event of any attack or disturbances.

Copies of this general memorandum will be sent to the officers commanding vessels-of-war now in port.

I have the honor to be, sir, your most obedient, humble servant,