§ 5. Sir Charles Cayzerasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether his attention has been called to the new German history book for use in schools, "Deutsche Geschichte," written by a certain Herr Goebel; and whether, in view of the offensive comments contained in this book reflecting on various European countries, including Great Britain, he proposes to draw the attention of the German Government to the matter?
§ The Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs (Mr. Eden)My attention has been drawn to the inaccuracies of the publication in question. According to my present information, this is not an official publication, nor has it been widely circulated. I am, however, making further inquiries and will communicate with my hon. Friend in due course.
§ Sir C. CayzerWould the right hon. Gentleman indicate to the German Government the real impossibility of improving Anglo-German relationships if the growing generation in Germany are brought up with this attitude to their Continental neighbours?
§ Mr. EdenWe must all be conscious of the need for avoiding unnecessary polemics, and no one more than the Foreign Secretary.
§ Mr. ShinwellIs this Herr Goebel the gentleman of similar name who is a high official in Germany?