THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON October 29, 1942 MEMORANDUM FOR THE UNDER SECRETARY OF WAR I still think it would be an excellent gesture to return at least one flag captured at Chapultepec Castle. I do not think it is necessary to go into the matter of other Mexican flags at this time. But in the case of the flag or flags of the Cadets at Chapultepec, I would suggest that if there is any question of identification you should get a Mexican historical expert to help us identify thee flag or flags. Also, please go ahead with initiating action to get the necessary legis- lative authority. F. D. R. No papers accompanied the original of this memorandum to the Under Secretary of War. |