§ 14. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHYasked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he has yet received information as to the entertaining of General Baron Wrangel and his chief of staff on board His Majesty's Ship "Ramillies" on the 19th August last; whether members of the late British military mission to Baron Wrangel were present; and whether this is in accordance with the declared policy of His Majesty's Government. May I ask 361 for a reply particularly to the second part of the question? The first portion was answered on Monday.
§ Sir J. CRAIGThere is nothing to add to the reply given on Monday to the hon. Member for East Leyton.
§ Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHYThe hon. Gentleman assured me on Monday that he would obtain information if possible whether members of the military commission recently with General Wrangel were present. Will he inform me if he has made inquiry, and with what result?
§ Sir J. CRAIGI thought that what the hon. and gallant Member wanted to know was whether General Wrangel had been on board this particular ship officially invited. I ascertained that and gave an answer. I was not aware he attached particular importance to the other point, and I do not think it is quite fair to press for further information.
§ Captain LOSEBYIs there any need whatever for mystery in this matter? Is there any objection to officers in their private capacity inviting General Wrangel if he chooses to honour them with his company?