HC Deb 29 May 1940 vol 361 cc552-3W
Mr. Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for Air whether he will consider the desirability of arming the men of all home service balloon barrage units with rifles or other suitable weapons as a protection against attack by parachute troops or enemy agents operating in this country?

Sir A. Sinclair

Yes, Sir. These units are now being armed.

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