GERMAN PLAN

Hokitika Guardian, 19 August 1930, Page 6

GERMAN PLAN

TO INVADE FRANCE. PLAYS INTO AVAR MINISTER’S HANDS. [United Press Association —By Electri* Telegraph.—Copyright.] PARIS, August 18. The publication of General Von Seeckt’s book, wherein the Chief of Staff of the German Army outlines plans for tlie next year against France, has resulted in anxious discussions, which airo revealing that the fear of a German attack is still potent in France, despite- the virtual disarming of Germany. Though there is every necessity for economy in public expenditure, M. Maginot the- \A ar Minister, admits that it is impossible to cut down the military expenses as these are essential to maintain the strength of the professional army. M. Maginot added: “Indeed, our covering force is no longer sufficient, as it is difficult to see, in the event of a sudden attack, how we can prevent the enemy from invading our territory while our reserves are being mobilised.” M. Viaginot proposes to hasten the completion of the frontier defences, so as thus to be able to bold up invading forces.