Kidnapped in London

[1] On September 23, 1896, Sun departed from New York aboard the White Star Line ship Majestic en route to the United Kingdom.

[2] The Qing Government became aware of Sun's movement before his arrival and planned to abduct him and bring him back to China.

[3] On October 1, Sun visited his teacher, James Cantlie, who had taught him at the Hong Kong College of Medicine, at 46 Devonshire Street.

[4] Cantlie's residence was close to the Chinese Legation in London at 49 Portland Place, but the lack of flags or signage prevented Sun from recognizing the mission building.

[10] Pressure from the British Government and Scotland Yard forced Halliday McCartney, counsellor to the Chinese Legation, to release Sun.