HC Deb 04 June 1919 vol 116 cc1986-7
17. Mr. GILBERT

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether any arrangements have been made by his Department for the forthcoming Peace celebrations as to allowing an exhibition on the Thames of some of the naval ships of various classes which have taken part in the War; and if he can make any statement on the subject?

Mr. LONG

It is intended that a squadron shall visit the Thames on the occasion of the Peace celebrations and that the public shall have opportunities of inspecting these ships. It is not possible to state the composition of the squadron yet.

Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

Would it be possible to include some German prizes other than submarines, if the Peace terms permit of that course?

Mr. LONG

I will, of course, consider the suggestion, but I could not say offhand. Some of them have been on show at different places.

Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

Other than submarines?

Mr. LONG

Other than submarines.