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By Liakhovetsky, Ivan Mikhailovich (Maisky)

The Complete Maisky Diaries: Volume 2

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30 April

Hore-Belisha, in his role as secretary of state for war, has sent an invitation to Comrade Voroshilov to attend the British manoeuvres which will be held from 19 to 23 September. Today he tried to impress on me how important it was that Comrade Voroshilov actually came. It could have tremendous political significance. Only representatives of ‘friendly powers’ were invited to attend the manoeuvres. I have my doubts whether K.E. [Voroshilov] will accept the invitation. But he will probably send a military mission.

Hore-Belisha then declared frankly that he would very much like to visit our country – to attend manoeuvres or on some other occasion, or even just like that. I recall Hore-Belisha dropping a hint about his desire to visit the Soviet Union as far back as the summer of 1937, but this time he was much more definite than before.

Well, we will see. If the Anglo-Soviet negotiations end successfully, with the pact being signed, Hore-Belisha will surely come to Moscow. But if not?

Once again, we’ll have to wait and see.

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Document Title30 April

AuthorLiakhovetsky, Ivan Mikhailovich (Maisky)

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Date1939 Apr 30

AOC VolumeThe Complete Maisky Diaries: Volume 2

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