"It is the doctrine that might is right, If this principle were established throughout the world then the freedom of the British Commor wealth of Nations would be end at gered. But far more than this, the Peoples of the world would be kept In the bondage of fear and all. hopes Of settling peace and the security' of Justice and liberty between nations would be ended, "This is the ultimate issue which concerns us for the sake of all that we ourselves hold dear and all the world order of peace. It is unthinkable that we should refuse. to meet the challenge. "Tt is for this high purpose that T now cal upon my people at home and across the seas, 1 ask them to stand calm and firm and united in this time of trial, The task will be hard. There may dark days ahead and war con no Tonger be confined to the battle. fold but we can only do the right as we shall do the right and I rever ently commend ourselves to God, One and all we will keep ourselves. pledged to be ready for whatever Sacrifice may. be demanded. Then with God's help we shall prevail, May He bless and keep us all."
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