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...time is needed, two or three years without doubt, for the London decisions to result in arms for Germany. It is not to be too optimistic to hope that during this period negotiations [with Russia] will have [ended] in disarmament." It was almost as if the Premier were inviting Frenchmen to use the London agreement as they had for four years used EDC, to delay Germany's sovereignty and rearmament while pretending to inch towards it. In effect, he was asking the Assembly to approve German rearmament in theory, while suggestting sotto voce that the new German army might...
...discovery that France's vital military secrets had been systematically betrayed to the Communists was dismaying enough. But Frenchmen had even more reason to be shocked last week as the unfolding story of I'affaire Dides laid bare a picture of political decay that made politicians ready to risk their country's safety and their compatriots' lives over pride of office and reach for power...
French visitors to the show were also surprised by price cuts. Simca reduced one model by $180, and Renault announced cuts up to $128. Citroën and Peugeot are expected to follow suit. Renault also came out with a time payment plan, something new for French car buyers. Frenchmen may sign up to buy a new Renault with 25 monthly payments, get delivery after the eighth payment is made...
Inside and outside the conference, Eden's offer created a sensation. It gave Frenchmen the assurance they most had desired, the prerequisite they most insisted on before letting the Germans, whom they do not trust, rearm. In the conference room, tears shone in Frenchmen's eyes. Paul-Henri Spaak put said his hand on Mendès shoulder and said quietly "You've won." Mendès replied: "Britain's guarantee will rejoice the heart of France...
...crumpled blueprint of EDC. The task was devious and formidable, for out of ancient hates and modern misgivings the diplomats had to design an arrangement strong enough to withstand the Russians, flexible enough to let the British and Americans stand half in and half out, and roomy enough for Frenchmen and Germans to live peaceably under the same roof...