340.1115A/702a: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in France (Bullitt)
485. Department considers it advisable for you to inform Waterman66 that it is considering the possibility of immediately diverting freighters or others vessels to either Bordeaux or Bilbao to more speedily evacuate Americans and ask Waterman to advise what means are available to transport by rail, motor or water Americans to Bilbao in case that were considered necessary. Department, for consideration of these plans, desires this or other supplementary helpful information as soon as possible to guide plans here. Department suggests you advise Waterman to communicate with Department direct to avoid delay.
Intending passengers must bear all costs of transportation. Government funds will not be provided therefor.
- Henry S. Waterman, Consul at Bordeaux.↩