HC Deb 16 November 1914 vol 68 c193
37. Mr. MACMASTER

asked at what date the "Canopus" was ordered to join the British squadron in the Pacific on the West Coast of South America; and when and from what place or port she proceeded to join that squadron?

Mr. CHURCHILL

In order to form a true judgment upon this episode, it would be necessary for the hon. Member to know the dispositions of all the ships involved and to study the actual text of the orders under which they were acting. This is clearly impossible at present.

Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKE

Has the right hon. Gentleman any news of the "Canopus"?

Mr. CHURCHILL

I have every reason to believe she is quite safe.