868.20/11–2648: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Embassy in Greece
Gama 1336. Dept concurs estimate situation and conclusions outlined Amag 1652.1 After meeting with reps Army, Navy and Air, Dept agrees Director JUSMAPG be requested develop requirements on basis $200 million allotment mil assistance to Greece FY 1950 and submit analysis impact on mil program of reduction to $200 million from figures Nov 20 report. Request also statement on impact any possible further reduction to $150 million. Army logistics experts point out since FY 49 budget eliminated all items for replacement vehicles, accumulated replacement vehicle requirements for FY 49 and FY 50 and cost replacement aircraft will undoubtedly increase cost maintaining mil effort present proportions in Greece.
Dept awaits your full comments on Director JUSMAPG Nov 20 rept and on $200 million program developed by JUSMAPG as well as any specific proposals for achieving objectives stated Amag 1652.