§ 53. Commander BELLAIRSasked the Prime Minister when the public receptions in London are to be given to Admiral of the Fleet Sir David Beatty and to the officers and men of the naval forces engaged in the War?
§ The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the ADMIRALTY (Dr. Macnamara)I have been asked to reply to this question. It is intended that a public reception shall be given to Sir David Beatty and to officers and men of the naval forces engaged in the War, as part of the Peace celebrations.
§ Viscount CURZONWill the officers and men selected be identified with the ships in which they actually served during the War?
§ Dr. MACNAMARAI will put that point to the naval authorities.
§ Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKEIs it not the case that the bluejackets are to march through London?
§ Dr. MACNAMARAYes, certainly.