Messersmith, G.S., Vienna. Despatch No. 520 to Secretary of State [Cordell Hull], Washington.
Date
1935-08-15
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University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press
Abstract
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A few new developments in German-Austrian relations and in prospects for Danubian pacts; some apprehension that Italy's growing concern in Abyssinia may affect her support of Austria; increased influence of Russia in Czechoslovakia and Rumania makes idea of mutual assistance impossible of application in Danubian pacts; British interest in pacts has stimulating effect in shaping discussions; Germany still pushing for separate agreement with Austria and trying somewhat more conciliatory tactics, but no statement from authoritative source that she will respect Austria's independence; Austria maintains firm stand that she will make no separate agreement with Germany as long as there is hope for the Danubian pacts and until Hitler makes unequivocal statement that her independence will be respected.
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Messersmith, George S. (George Strausser), 1883-1960.