Resumé of the general European situation, prepared by G.S. Messersmith.
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University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press
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Enclosed with No. 593. League of Nations powerless to prevent violations of Covenant; Mussolini wants League's approval of his Abyssinian venture, but has already shown he will pursue his objective with or without League's approval; only hopeful factor in European situation is closer alliance between France and England, which could be a deterrant to aggressors; Germany, to counteract Anglo-French alliance, seeking alliances smaller powers, which she would respect only so long as it served her purposes; Germany not yet strong enough to make move, but European conflict almost certain; America cannot remain isolated, but should establish a neutrality policy.