OURSELVES AND THE NEUTRALS
Snt,—As a reader of many years' standing, I was surprised at your strictures on Mr. Churchill's broadcast.
There are, at certain times, things that need to be said, warnings which should be given. Surely today no man has a better right to tell the truth to neutrals than the present First Lord.
People who decline to face facts are often offended when the true picture is presented to them. The late Prime Minister, as he looks out over Europe today, must have some tragic moments when he reflects on the repeated warnings he ignored during the years of his responsibility.
Let us hope that neutral countries will adopt a wiser and more courageous attitude.
One must suppose that you have authority for suggesting that Mr. Churchill spoke without the Foreign Secretary's knowledge or consent —I am, Sir, your obedient servant,
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