Holdings
Abstract:
Remarks on: his speech at NSC meeting, suggested making a loan rather than a grant to the Iranians, and ideas for security controls for Japan,- meeting with William Tomlinson regarding representations to the High Authority of the Schuman Plan and the Federation of Europe,- spoke with Tomlinson regarding a statement to be made by the Secretary commenting on the first meeting of the Schuman Plan High Authority due to take place in Luxembourg under the presidency of Jean Monnet
discussed set-up for
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1952 to 1952
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-142
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: official visit to Mexico for meeting of International Bank and International Monetary Fund,- his advise to have French come to US to present French case on Tunisia and Morocco to the UN,sent top secret telegram to Dean Acheson regarding discussions on situation in Europe, Soviet action and further progress in building western strength, feel this will in time be used to seek a peaceful solution to the problem of US relations with the Soviet Union. He also discussed role for US in Euro
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1952 to 1952
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-143
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
CECA_TRAR-5656
CECA_TRAR.01-5656
CECA-TRAR-BAC-1-1970-506
Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1954 to 1955
HAEU Reference Code:
CECA_TRAR-5656
Original Reference Code:
CECA-TRAR-BAC-1-1970-506
Abstract:
Remarks on: appearance before bureau of the budget to give an account of present foreign policy and problems it presented,- meeting on the French aid question with State Department officials, and needs for improvement,- Jamie Bonbright's, Department of State, paper on various integration movements in Europe. Bruce feels it raises so many questions he advises postponing a final decision on it until the new administration can be consulted.
JMAS-144
JMAS.M-02-144
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B83
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1952 to 1952
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-144
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: General Eisenhower's election as President,- discussions with German chargé Dr. Krekeler and Jimmy Riddleberger requesting an update on present US attitude to EDC and political integration amongst six European nations. Bruce told him that policy remained unchanged and also enthusiastically favoured any steps leading to Franco-German reconciliation. Krekeler's conviction that EDC Treaty would be ratified in Germany in near future,- joint communique issued by General Eisenhower and Pre
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1952 to 1952
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-145
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: report from Paris about French indecision over the EDC and German contractual agreements,- discussions at staff meeting regarding the various complications that have arisen in connection with EDC ratification in Germany
message to John Foster Dulles calling his attention to the critical nature of the situation especially in Germany and France,- Jean Monnet's request for an appointment with Acheson in Paris,- need for a new High Commissioner in Germany to replace John McCloy,- his agr
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1952 to 1952
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-146
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: talks with John McCloy regarding the deteriorating situation in France and Germany over the EDC treaty,- trip of Dulles with Governor Stassen to Europe to familiarise himself with prospective EDC countries,- meeting with Maurice Mègre, head of Agence France Presse, pessimistic about the possibiity of French political stability | resignation as Under-Secretary,- talk with State Department officials regarding the various six nation organisations and the suggestion that William Tomlinso
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-147
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: his appointment by President Eisenhower as Observer to the Interim Committee of the EDC and as Representative to the ECSC at Luxembourg and to follow proceedings of the European Political Community,- copy of letter from John Foster Dulles, Secretary of State, to Jean Monnet, President of High Authority of ECSC informing him of Eisenhower's decision, to have observer in Europe to keep President informed of developments in the Community,- letters of congratulations from Georges Bidault
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-148
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: meeting with René Pleven, who feels the French Parliament will pass EDC Treaty, provided bulk of the Socialist vote can be brought to favour it, feels it would be helpful if other countries ratified it first,- visit with William Tomlinson to High Authority, Luxembourg,- speaks with representatives of Benelux countries regarding ratification, and their dissatisfaction with French protocols. Germans and Italians feel they can pass it,- attended Foreign Minister's meeting in Strasbourg
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-149
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: visit to Holland regarding ratification of EDC Treaty and approval of the protocols. Prime Minister Drees against it but will not obstruct its ratification | discussions with Jean Monnet and Hervé Alphand concerning the slow down in connection with EPC. Alphand feels it is logical for Interim Committee of EDC to take it over as its work nearly completed,- talk with Alexandre Parodi, Foreign Office, worried about EDC and EPC, fears domination by Germans of these enterprises,- Italian
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-150
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: need for constitutional change in France to solve French Political situation,- UK association with EDC,- meeting with Georges Bidault, Foreign Office, prior to Ministers meeting where he emphasised his belief in European integration, but it would have to handled in France with adroit maneuvering with reference to Saar and disarmament,- talk with Chancellor Konrad Adenauer who was disposed to reach agreement in principle with French on Saar. Bruce feels Konrad Adenauer's attitude is t
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-151
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: President Eisenhower's reiteration of his support for European Unity measures on Jean Monnet's official visit to US,postponement of Rome meeting on EPC,- text of telegram from John Foster Dulles, Secretary of State to Bruce regarding Congress' impatience over continuing delay with EDC, he feels France is the main obstacle and he seeks his opinion on a 4-power conference. Bruce replies such a conference would not be a good idea as it would delay ratification, believes Soviet ambition
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-152
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5;1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: visit to Italy where Prime Minister Alcide de Gasperi feels Winston Churchill's speech proposing a 4-power meeting was harmful. Bruce Feels EDC and EPC should be passed before talking to Russions
talk with Doug Dillon, US Ambassador to France, regarding advice for talks in US with Georges Bidault on EDC and EPC, Jean Monnet's concerns on a report that French Government altered its views on German military contribution because of Russian "peace offensive". He feels it should be made c
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-153
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
CECA_TRAR-5657
CECA_TRAR.01-5657
CECA-TRAR-BAC-1-1970-507
Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1955 to 1955
HAEU Reference Code:
CECA_TRAR-5657
Original Reference Code:
CECA-TRAR-BAC-1-1970-507
Abstract:
Remarks on: Russian agreement to 4 power foreign ministers meeting,decision at Baden Baden meeting to hold conference of experts on EPC Treaty in September, French opposed to having US and UK observers at it,- talk with Jean Monnet regarding Soviet efforts to divide France from its western partners by appealing to it to effect the military neutralisation of Germany,- French envoy to Moscow, Ambassador Joxe, feels the Russians are afraid of a revival of German militarism and want to destroy Europ
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-154
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: Georges Bidault's statement that he would press for ratification of EDC as a concomitant to France obtaining aid from US for Indo-China,- text of telegram from Bruce to John Foster Dulles regarding Chancellor Konrad Adenauer's victory, feels it sould create situation forcing French Government to present EDC for ratification by providing additional aid for war in Indo-China
Konrad Adenauer's decision to keep Foreign Minister's portfolio,- André de Staercke's statement that he will go
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-155
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: American offical opinion that unless EDC ratified soon, there would be an almost total cessation of appropriations for it from Congress
talk with Max Kohnstamm Secretary-General of High Authority of Coal and Steel about EDC and EPC
visit to Holland, discussed Dutch demands at Rome meeting for economic integration,copy of memo from Bruce to Jim Conant, US Ambassador to Bonn, concerning his belief that French Parliament would not consider EDC Treaty unless a prior agreement with German
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-156
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: lack of progress in the conversations between Chancellor Konrad Adenauer and Francois Poncet on the Saar,- text of statement by Bruce before Randall Committee on Foreign Economic Policy and in oral statement he concentrated on EDC and ECSC, feels Randall unfavourable to US loan to CSC
General Charles de Gaulle's press conference where he violently attacked the EDC Treaty,- Chancellor Konrad Adenauer's disillusionment over Saar negotiations
public attacks on Jean Monnet by anti-EDC or
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-157
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: visit to US to advise on policy and tactics for Bermuda Conference, he advocated a 4-power Foreign Minister's conference to meet with Russians. Discussed how President Eisenhower could influence France on the consequences of their inactivity in implementing the EDC. Eisenhower suggested a five nation union excluding France
talks with Walter Hallstein, Chancellor Konrad Adenauer against meeting the Russians,- reports on Bermuda Conference, Winston Churchill came out strongly in favour
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1953 to 1953
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-158
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
Abstract:
Remarks on: need to allay fears of European countries regarding the continued stationing of American troops in Europe,- talks with Jean Monnet regarding loan for ECSC. Jean Monnet opposed to offer of $100m, wants offer of $400m to start negotiations with US adminisatration. John Foster Dulles, Secretary of State, believes Jean Monnet lost his opportunity by refusing US offer of $100m with the possibility of later negotiations for more. Bruce wants Monnet to talk with John Foster Dulles regarding
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Description Level:
Dossier
Dates:
1954 to 1954
HAEU Reference Code:
JMAS-159
Original Reference Code:
DAVID K.E. BRUCE DIARY MSS5:1B8303
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