Foreign Relations of the United States, 1946, The American Republics, Volume XI

810.24/1–2146: Telegram

The Secretary of State to the Acting Secretary of State

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London, January 21, 1946—1 p.m.
[Received 4:18 p.m.]

710. For Secretary Forrestal.¹⁶ I talked with Bevin¹⁷ who knew nothing of Levenson’s activities. He believes in regulating the sale of munitions of all kinds. He says however prior to war they built ships for South America and regarded it as legitimate business. Because nothing concrete resulted from conversation hope you will consult Acheson and use your best judgment. I know of no reason why we should permit Levenson undersell us.

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16. James Forrestal, Secretary of the Navy.
17. Ernest K. Bevin, British Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs.