HC Deb 16 August 1916 vol 85 c1850
37. Mr. OUTHWAITE

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he can state the casualties of the Australian forces in France since 1st July?

Mr. FORSTER

No, Sir; it is not desirable on military grounds to give this information.

Mr. OUTHWAITE

Why is it that the lists can be published from day to day but not the total casualties?

Mr. FORSTER

I think the hon. Member will see if he looks at the pages of the lists that they are anterior to the date he mentions.