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851G.01/4–1846: Circular telegram

The Secretary of State to Certain Diplomatic and Consular Officers34

secret
Washington, April 18, 1946—1 p.m.

Vietnam Republic’s President Ho Chi-minh requested US, UK and other recognitions approximating French recognition as free state within French Union. UK informally replied unable recognize because negotiations re Vietnam actual status continuing.

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