on the outskirts of the city, are legitimate military  
targets. In my opinion we should not relinquish our rights,  
should military necessity require the bombing of the Italian capital,   
in return for condigions which cannot be satisfactorily assured.
 
 
 
Faithfully yours,
 
 
 
(signed) Cordell Hull
 
 
 
Enclosure:
 
 
 
To Apostolic Delegate.