Marshall Mission Files, Lot 54–D270: Telegram
The Chief of Staff (Eisenhower) to General Marshall
85297. When General Wedemeyer left China he committed himself to the Generalissimo to come back as soon as he was physically able to make the journey. It now appears that somewhat more time would be consumed than Wedemeyer first estimated and he is most anxious that proper explanation be made to the Generalissimo so that there will be no doubt that Wedemeyer is doing his best to fulfill his commitment in this regard. The story is about as follows: General Wedemeyer has had a successful operation on his sinus. Upon recommendations of the surgeon he will be restricted in or in close proximity to the hospital for continued treatment and observation for at least a month perhaps longer. In these circumstances I feel that it is in General Wedemeyer’s interests to continue for an extended period for recuperation in order that he can recover completely his health and regain his strength.
I will be most appreciative if you can find either a personal opportunity or through a trusted assistant, to present these facts to the Generalissimo so that he will not lose any of his confidence in General Wedemeyer.