Lot 55D128: Black Book, Tab 114: Telegram
The Commander in Chief, Far East (Ridgway) to the Joint Chiefs of Staff
C–57569. HNC–467. “Report of sub-delegation meeting 19 Nov:
“In a session which lasted only 1 hour and 15 minutes Communists sought further clarification on para 4 of UNC proposal, particularly the intent of the word ‘conditions.’ When satisfied they proposed a recess until 211100 Nov. UNC delegates made inquiry to check Communist understanding of para 1 that hostilities would continue and as to the provisional and tentative nature of the line and zone fixed in accordance with paras 2 and 3. Communist reply was ‘We’ll give you our overall reply to your proposal on 21 Nov’. Recessed 1215 at Communist request to adjourn. Signed Joy.”