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File No. 868.00/77

The Consul at Saloniki ( Kehl ) to the Secretary of State

[Telegram]
Saloniki , August 31, 1916 .
[Received September 1, 9.05 a. m.]

Following revolutionary demonstration yesterday Greek revolutionists and soldiers joined French Army except one regiment whose barracks surrounded at about 4 this morning by revolutionists demanding surrender. Was refused. Opened fire. Casualties each side. Large French force arrived at about 6 demanding surrender. Before noon Greek regiment surrendered without resistance.

American Consul