File No. 763.72/1770
The Ambassador in Germany ( Gerard ) to the Secretary of State
[Telegram]
Berlin
,
May 17, 1915, 1 p. m.
[Received May 18, 8.45 a. m.]
[Received May 18, 8.45 a. m.]
2226. My impression amounting almost to a certainty is that Germany will refuse to abandon present method of submarine warfare although note will be in polite terms. Suggest that you authorize me to advise Americans to leave and give me directions for all contingencies.
Gerard