862t.01/39: Telegram
The Ambassador in Great Britain (Davis) to the Secretary of State
[Received April 7—12:25 p.m.]
560. I learn today from Curzon that the French Government’s action in sending troops across the Rhine was taken not only without the British Government’s knowledge and consent but contrary to advice they had given previously and their repeated refusals to sanction such a move. Last week when rumors of French intention reached London, French Ambassador assured Curzon that such a move on France’s part without the knowledge of the Allies was incredible. Unquestionably this statement was made in good faith and through lack of information on Cambon’s part. The British Government considers the move ill advised and unnecessary and without legitimate connection with Ruhr Basin events. The matter [Page 318] is considered one of utmost gravity and Cabinet meeting has been called for tomorrow to consider course of action of British Government. Italian Government disapproves also. Curzon will appreciate any information I can give him regarding attitude of the United States. Informed Paris, no. 161.