868.117/119

The High Commissioner at Constantinople ( Bristol ) to the Secretary of State

No. 463

Sir: With reference to my despatch No. 353 of July 18th, I have the honor to enclose a copy of a communication received from the Greek High Commissioner in reply to my letter of July 15th, demanding the release of American citizens enrolled in the Greek Army, together with copy of my reply.30

It will be observed that the Minister of War has entirely conceded the right of these persons to release, but that it will apparently take some time to obtain action because of difficulties in locating the individuals. I shall continue to press for their release at the earliest possible moment.

I have [etc.]

Mark L. Bristol
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