Naturally, the French did not take kindly to the British claims.

Vernet was well aware of British claims to the islands.

The British laid claim to Kanton Island during the 1850s.

The incident weakened British claims to be considered a powerful ally in European affairs.

As yet the British claim to have captured 24,065 prisoners has not been disputed.

It lies in the overlapping portion of the Argentine and the British claims.

In the late 19th Century there were British claims on the island, as well as attempts at setting up mining.

He now felt able to press British claims more vigorously.

He definitely laid the basis for British claims.

British territorial claims were further enhanced by the issuing of postage stamps.