Fukien region, China (summary): terrain intelligence
Strategic Engineering Study
138
By: U.S. Geological Survey Military Geology Branch
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Abstract
Population of the Fukien region is estimated from census figures
(1928-1935) for Fukien, Kiangsi, Chekiang, and Kwangtung Pro vlnces
at 15 to 20 ipillion. At the coast are several important cities:
Min-hou (390,363 inhabitants), Ssu-ming (219,974), Pfu-tlien,
Chin-chiang, and Lung-chfi. Nmerous towns and villages are
scattered throughout the region.
- B. Climate is wann humid temperate in the north and hmid subtropical
in the south. Typhoons occur in late summer, especially in the
area from Min-hu north. Precipitation averages 40 to 80 inches
per year; It is generally highest in the interior. Mean monthly
tamperature range is 55O to 850 F at coast; greater range inland
Suggested Citation
U.S. Geological Survey Military Geology Branch, 1944, Fukien region, China (summary): terrain intelligence: Strategic Engineering Study 138, 56 p.
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| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Federal Government Series |
| Title | Fukien region, China (summary): terrain intelligence |
| Series title | Strategic Engineering Study |
| Series number | 138 |
| Year Published | 1944 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Strategic Intelligence Branch, Military Intelligence Division, Office [of] Chief of Engineers, U.S. Army |
| Publisher location | Washington, DC |
| Description | 56 p. |
| Country | China |
| Additional Online Files (Y/N) | N |