840.20/3–1148
The Secretary of State to the British Ambassador (Inverchapel)
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Washington, March 12, 1948.
Dear Mr. Ambassador: Please inform Mr. Bevin that in accordance Avith your aide-mémoire of March 11, 1948, Ave are prepared to proceed at once in the joint discussions on the establishment of an Atlantic security system.
I suggest the prompt arrival of the British representative early next week.
Faithfully yours,
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