forces. We consider it reasonable to conclude that in these circumstances, taking into account the weight of attack to be launched from Tunisia or Sicily, and the probable state of Italian morale at the time, the Italian Government would recognise the futility of further resistance and would probably decide to sue for peace. Signed v. CAVENDISH-BENTINCK " E. G. N. RUSHBROOKE " J.M.KIRKMAN (for D.M.I.) " L.F.PENDRED (for A.C.A.S.(I)) " C.G.VICKERS Offices of the War Cabinet, S.W.1. 14TH APRIL 194.