HC Deb 08 May 1918 vol 105 c2152
55. Colonel CLAUDE LOWTHER

asked the Prime Minister how many Americans there were at the beginning of this month actively engaged on the Western Front; and what reinforcements per month we may reasonably expect from the United States in the future?

Mr. BONAR LAW

This also is a question which it would clearly not be right to answer.

Colonel LOWTHER

Is it not a fact that the Germans know to a nicety the number of Americans?

Mr. BONAR LAW

To the best of my belief it is not it the least likely. I am sure we would give a good deal to know the number of Germans.

Colonel LOWTHER

Is it not a fact that statements are made daily by American politicians, and are all these statements to be discredited?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I know of no statements conveying the kind of information in question.