868.00/6–1347
The Secretary of State to the Secretary of War (Patterson)
Dear Secretary Patterson: With the passage of legislation authorizing aid to Greece, it is planned that arrangements be made to define the responsibilities of the War Department in connection with the program for Greece. I understand that documents are being drafted which will describe the working arrangements for the program and determine the responsibilities of the War Department. In the meantime, arrangements must be concluded with the British Government for the continuation of certain supplies and equipment for the Greek Armed Forces which this government will not be in a position to procure.
For the purpose of negotiating such an intergovernmental agreement, it is requested that the War Department furnish us with a statement of the requirements to be procured from British sources in order to support the Greek Armed Forces.
Faithfully yours,