(Untitled), 27 Mar 1942
Scope and Contents
Telegram from WSC to General Sir Archibald Wavell, Commander-in-Chief, India, regarding aircraft provision for India: refers to a telegram he has sent to the Lord Privy Seal [Sir Stafford Cripps, on fighter cover for India, see CHAR 20/72/107-108]; states that the Chief of the Air Staff [Air Chief Marshal Sir Charles Portal] has telegraphed Air Vice-Marshal Douglas Evill [Head of RAF Delegation to Washington, United States] for American reactions; comments on present fighter aircraft strength in India; opposes taking further aircraft from the Middle East.
Dates
- Creation: 27 Mar 1942
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1 folio(s)
Language of Materials
English
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T 486/2
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