HC Deb 18 December 1912 vol 45 c1480
24. Mr. JOYNSON HICKS

asked whether there are any aeroplanes attached to the Indian Army; if so, how many; and, if not, how it is proposed, having regard to modern requirements, to conduct the Indian manœuvres without them?

The FINANCIAL SECRETARY to the WAR OFFICE (Mr. Harold Baker)

There are no aeroplanes attached to the Army in India at present as the proposals of the Government of India on this subject have not yet reached the Secretary of State. Meanwhile manœuvres in India will be conducted as heretofore.

Mr. JOYNSON-HICKS

Will the hon. Gentleman ascertain from the Indian Government what steps they propose to take to equip our Army in India with aeroplanes?

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