Rumours of a Military Nature Intended to Mystify and Mislead the Enemy. Note by the Secretary

I.S.S.B./S.5. Suggestions for rumours of a Military Nature submitted SECRET. through the Inter-Services Security Board for the current week. Submitted Remarks by Serial No. Suggestions. by. I.S.S.B. A GENERAL. 1.(Q/286) The clearest sign that German intelligence about R.A.F. developments is pretty good was the attempt to fix up a bombing truce through Swedish intermediaries. The fact that they are now putting out peace feelers shows they realise how serious the menace is. 2.(Q/287) The tremendous concentration in the Renault raid was due to the use of fighter bombers using the new liquid air bombs.