Geist, Raymond H., Berlin. To G.S. Messersmith, Washington.
Date
1938-04-23
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University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press
Abstract
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Hears that general impression in America is that war is imminent; believes it will not be in near future; [Konrad] Henlein returned to Czechoslovakia from Germany with instructions from Hitler to proceed with his demands; England and France urging [Eduard] Benes to accede to demands; Anglo-Italian agreement has eased European situation, but Berlin-Rome axis continues to present strong front; prestige of regime never higher, and position of Hitler never stronger; Germans making great effort to consolidate position in Southeastern Europe and acquire sufficient foodstuffs and raw materials to make themselves invincible.
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Messersmith, George S. (George Strausser), 1883-1960.