740.0011 European War 1939/23713: Telegram
The Chargé in France (Tuck) to the Secretary of State
[Received August 24—5:20 a.m.]
1229. For Atherton.38 Our 1182, August 12, 5 p.m.39 Following message for Murphy was delivered by person mentioned in reference message above.
“Your friend from Algiers after another interview yesterday with the chief of resistance and with your common friend ‘the bather of suffren’ has nothing to add to his last message.
It appears possible to be ready in metropolitan France by next March or April. Africa, however, should receive equipment and material by October. It is more urgent than ever that you furnish us with the arms and equipment for North Africa and that conversations be held in Africa between French staff officers and an American staff officer.”