§ 68. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHYasked the Secretary of State for War how many members of His Majesty's Army and the Royal Air Force, approximately, are at present in Persian territory; how many members of His Majesty's Indian Army are in Persian territory; for what purpose are they there; and when it is expected that they will be withdrawn?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLThe total number of troops in Persia is approximately 11,175, of whom 10,100 are natives of India. The second and third parts of the hon. and gallant Member's question should be referred to the Foreign Office.