Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, 1917, Supplement 1, The World War

File No. 763.72/3291

The Minister in Greece ( Droppers) to the Secretary of State

[Telegram]

Athens, February 10, 1917, 8 p.m.
[Received February 11, 7.30 p.m.]

251. Replying to your circular telegram 4th [3d].² Greek Government shares President’s solicitude for world peace and safety of seas. Has formulated “express reserves” to German Government in regard to latter’s blockade plans, but in view of peculiar situation of Greece at this time can not take united action with American Government. Text of reply to be forwarded by mail.¹

Droppers

2. Ante, p. 108.
1. Not printed.