The Archive · 1938

Political Leadership

It is believed that the new arrangement the Fuehrer is contemplating consists of a political, leadership of the three defence forces, with technical chiefs rep "Navy and Air Force immediately Funder him.

It is emphasized here that the whole crisis is essentially of a personal nature, and the suggestion that there is anything political in character, particularly of a general nature against the regime, is strongly repudiated.

It is regarded as certain that Marshal von Blomberg's leave will be prolonged until he reaches the retire ing age, and that he will be allowed to retain the title of Field-Marshal for life.

Marshal von Blomberg will be 60 years of age, the retiring age, on September 2. He is at present on honeymoon in Italy. His marriage displeased rany Army offcers—Reuter.

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