We believe, in short, that Germany's attitude towards us is friendly, and we intend to treat her in the same spirit." "Tell me," Norgate asked, "is that the reason why every scheme for the expansion of the army has been shelved?
Is that the reason for all the troubles with the Army Council ?" "It is," Hebblethwaite admitted.

"I trust you, Norgate, and I look upon you as a friend.

I tell you what the whole world of responsible men and women might as well know, but which we naturally don't care about shouting from the housetops.

We have come to the conclusion that there is no possible chance of the peace of Europe being disturbed.

We have come to the conclusion that civilisation has reached that pitch when the last resource of arms is absolutely unnecessary.