File No. 832.30/22
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Brazil (Morgan)
Your December 1, 12 noon, and December 2, 12 noon.1 Navy Department ready to comply with request of Brazilian Government us to five naval officers; names will be cabled as soon as possible.
You are instructed to present cordial invitation to Brazilian Government to send squadron of destroyers to join American naval forces now operating against the enemy. Navy Department has communicated with Admiral Sims in London in regard to disposal [Page 380] of Brazilian squadron, if invitation is accepted. You will be informed immediately upon receipt of his reply. Probable disposition southern waters.
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