740.0011 European War 1939/7070: Telegram
The Chargé in France (Murphy) to the Secretary of State
[Received 1 p.m.]
1110.
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I explained to the Minister5 the interest in North Africa which has been awakened in the United States and he eagerly said it was a most hopeful sign and just what France desired.
I remarked that the Department desired me to inspect our Consulates in that area which I planned to do shortly and such a trip would afford an opportunity to view conditions at first hand. Much to my surprise he expressed enthusiasm over the idea and said “We will be glad to put a plane at your disposal to take you where you wish including [Page 628] Dakar if you desire and we will arrange an interview with Weygand.”
If you see no objection I may take advantage of this offer which I believe is made in good faith.
- Paul Baudouin, Secretary of State at the Presidency of the Council with the prerogatives of a Minister; formerly Minister for Foreign Affairs.↩