740.0011 European War 1939/8561: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Minister in Greece (MacVeagh)
69. Your No. 93, February 24, 7 p.m.27 The Legation at Cairo reported on February 2227a that Foreign Minister Eden and Generals Dill and Wavell intended to visit Turkey and Greece soon to submit tentative plans which have been worked out for joint effort in the Balkans. The Department will appreciate receiving any information you may be able to furnish regarding the conference between the British authorities named and the Greek Government.
The Legation at Sofia has been informed that the Greek Government will not yet allow British troops on the mainland of Greece, in the hope of avoiding a conflict with Germany. The Legation is also informed that considerable British forces in Crete are ready to move to the Bulgarian frontier. Any information you may obtain in this regard will be appreciated.