A word, however, must be said here as to the
French claim that we should somehow meet her demand for security. Our own feeling is strongly in favour of France acquiring security, mid a security as absolute as possible. Unless France is secure from the risk of an attack by her eastern neighbour the peace of Europe cannot be secured. But, -then, comes the question, What is meant by security ? We mean security from invasion. But the only place from winch invasion is likely to come is Germany. Now, in our opinion, the best way—indeed, the only way, to ensure that such au. attack of vengeance shall not take place —is to treat Germany well. We must not apply to her any policy which will breed ,militarism and the vendetta complex. France's only trustworthy security is to be found in a peaceful and, as far as may be, contented Germany.
