Strong is a journalist living in China.

Strong was "flattered" that BR quoted her as "an authority on South Vietnam"; however, she points out that she is viewed as "a communist propagandist" in America. Strong encloses a copy of a report on a recent Buddhist conference and calls BR's ".... attention to a recent article by Stewart Alsop in Saturday Evening Post titled 'Sterilizing the Chicoms'."

BR thanks Strong for her recent letter (see record 65801) and refers to two enclosed (not present) articles he has recently written.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177381, TL(CAR).

Hsiung thanks BR for "inviting me to tea yesterday", and refers to enclosed documents (not present) for BR's information.

In Chinese with English translation, document .177384, TLS(TC,X).

Kuo Mo-jo is a Chinese writer and scholar, and a government official. He is on the Chinese Committee for World Peace.

Kuo Mo-jo appreciates BR's "... efforts in opposing the U.S. acts of aggression and war, and for the convening of the conference of the fourteen participating nations of the Geneva agreements...."

Kuo Mo-jo encloses various Chinese government statements: document .177386, a two-page TS(TC,X). Full title: "Chinese Government Statement on the Laotian Situation Issued on June 9 1964".

A two-page TS(TC,X). Full title: "Statement by the Chinese Government on June 13 1964, Protesting the Bombing of the Quarters of the Chinese Economic and Cultural Mission in Laos by U.S. Aircraft".

A one-page TS(TC,X). Full title: "Cable Reply by the Foreign Minister of the Chinese Government Chen Yi on March 2, 1964...."

A two-page TS(TC,X). Full title: "Reply by Foreign Minister Chen Yi on July 6 1964...."

A one-page TS(TC,X). Full title: "Statement Made by a Spokesman of the Chinese People's Committee for World Peace on June 18 1964...."

BR comments that he enjoyed his recent meeting with Hsiung and would be grateful if Hsiung could "transmit my view to the Premier".

BR appeals for patience on the Sino-Indian boundary dispute and comments that "Nehru must yield to world pressure".

The date "1/12/62" has been written in ink at the top right-hand corner of the letter, in the hand of Edith Russell.

Schoenman requests a meeting with Chou En-lai to "... discuss recent developments in the matter of the disagreement between India and China about the boundary."

Bernal is the Chairman of the Presidential Committee of the World Council of Peace.

Bernal calls the Chinese nuclear test of 16 October 1964 "a matter of deep regret and concern". Bernal also states as significant "... U Thant's proposal for a conference of the nuclear powers, including China, to seek agreement on a total ban on nuclear weapons tests."

The year "1964" has been added to the date in pencil.

BR thanks Hsiung for his letter of 21 December 1965, and mentions that he is "... very pleased to learn that the Minister of Culture has agreed to send the Chinese acrobatic troupe to this country...."

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177391, TL(CAR).

Schoenman requests Chou En-lai's opinion on two enclosed (not present) articles. The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Hsieh Chi-Mei encloses (not present) an article by the People's Daily commentator about BR's statement to the UN Security Council.

The statement appeared in the Hsinhua News Release, 13 Feb. 1965.

An English translation is on letterhead.

Hsiung comments that "the present Sino-Indian boundary situation is basically relaxed." The Chinese government will continue to seek a peaceful settlement.

BR hopes India will soon "enter direct negotiations without conditions".

BR also encloses (not present) some of his writings dealing with Vietnam and an article by Schoenman and Zaki. Zaki is the BRPF advisor on Middle Eastern affairs.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177396, TL(CAR).

Schoenman and Pottle enclose their press release (not present) regarding the World Conference and also enclose a copy of BR's speech to the London School of Economics (not present).

The document is a list of sponsors, as of 16 March 1965, of the Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding. BR's name is on the list.

Bryan is the Acting Secretary of the Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding.

The document is a form letter sent to all sponsors of the Society. Bryan requests that sponsors confirm their attendance for the inaugural meeting on 15 May 1965.

Enclosed is a list of sponsors (document .177399) in which BR's name is listed.

Wood advises Bryan that BR will be unable to attend the inaugural meeting of the Society, which is to take place on 15 May 1965.

An invitation to a reception at the Chinese Embassy.

The reception is to take place 15 May 1965.

Needham is a member of the Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding.

The document is a form letter sent to the sponsors of the Society.

Needham comments on an article that appeared in the Sunday Times. The article contains false allegations about the activities of the Society. Needham states that "the allegations in the article can be refuted point by point...."

On the verso, in pencil: "Memorial message Leo Bernard".

Bryan encloses a report on the inaugural meeting of the Society (document .177405). The meeting took place 15 May 1965.

Bryan also requests that BR become a member in addition to already being a sponsor of the Society.

Enclosed is a membership application; document .177406.

BR is "very concerned" about the war in Vietnam and states that his "... sympathy and support are with the people of China and Vietnam."

BR mentions that the BRPF is organizing a meeting in London and requests the attendance of a representative of the People's Republic of China.

BR requests that Chou En-lai allow two Chinese citizens to visit their dying mother in Hong Kong. The citizens mentioned are Yen Tzu Yung and Yen Tzu Wai.

Wood refers to an enclosed letter (not present) that BR requested be sent to Premier Chou En-lai.

Li Sho-pao regrets not being able to meet with Schoenman after the closing of the Helsinki Peace Congress, and asks Schoenman to write to him at his home address in Shanghai.

The Peace Conference took place 14 July 1965.

A form letter mailing to the sponsors of the Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding.

Attached to the covering card is a membership application; document .177413.

The document is a generic letter sent to members of the Society. The letter outlines the activities and plans of the Society since the inaugural meeting on 15 May 1965. Enclosed is an order form (document .177415) for tickets to the European premiere of Felix Greene's China, and a two-page application form (document .177416) for attending the weekend school offered by the Society.

Also present is a one-page copy of the letter, document .177414, TLS(TC).

Schoenman hopes to have a "long conversation" with Li Sho-pao "either in London or Shanghai". Li Shou-pao is an alternate form of his name.

Li Sho-pao had attended a Peace Congress with Schoenman and had written to him; see record 65824. The Congress was in Helsinki.

English translation.

Shen Ping is the Acting Chargé d'Affaires.

Shen Ping encloses a letter addressed to BR from Chou En-lai; see record 65829.

English translation.

Chou En-lai agrees with BR "... that the chief threat to world peace is U.S. imperialism." He comments that "... the struggle against U.S. imperialism is at present the key to the cause of the people of the world defending peace."

This letter is mentioned as an enclosure to the document found at record 65828.

BR comments that "the clear support of the Chinese people for the people of Vietnam and their truly heroic struggle for independence and liberation is an inspiration to me."

BR also offers his "... most sincere congratulations to the people of China for the unique and remarkable accomplishments which have astonished the world since 1949."

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177421, TL(CAR).

English translation.

Ping-Po is the Chinese Minister of Culture.

BR comments that an impresario, Michael White "... is very anxious to bring to Britain the acrobatic troupe of the People's Republic of China...." BR asks Ping-Po's Ministry to approve of a tour of Britain by the acrobatic troupe.

Hsiung mentions that the authorities in Peking would be prepared to allow the Chinese acrobatic troupe to tour Britain, provided agreeable "commercial" arrangements can be made; see record 65831.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177424, TLS(X).

Hsieh Chi-mei works for the office of the Chargé d'Affaires.

A New Year's card.

A New Year's card.

BR is "delighted" to learn that the Chinese acrobatic troupe will be allowed to tour Britain. BR also thanks Hsiung for the New Year's wishes. Written in ink, at end of the last paragraph: "And thanks for your lovely Xmas presents" in BR's hand.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177428, TL(CAR).

BR sends New Year's greetings.

In Chinese. Also present is a one-page English translation, document .177430, TLS(TC).

A thank-you letter in which Chou En-lai praises BR's "... noble efforts in opposing U.S. imperialist policies of aggression...."

In Chinese.

BR states that "it is perfectly evident that the United States is indulging in fraudulence with its so-called peace offensive and there is every indication that American imperialism intends to extend the war."

BR also asks if Mark Lane, one of the directors of the BRPF, could visit China for the purpose of researching the legal system of the People's Republic of China.

In Chinese.
 

Schoenman mentions that he is leaving for Pakistan and upon his return would like to meet with Hsieh. He refers to an enclosed letter (not present) addressed to Chou En-lai from BR.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177435, TL(CAR).

BR requests that members of a Chinese family be allowed to rejoin the rest of their family in Italy. The family members mentioned are: Dshang Liang-sheng, Dshang Leony Rosina, Dshang Robert, and Dshang King-lu.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177437, TL(CAR).

BR mentions that India would "negotiate seriously" if China would consider removing its seven civilian check posts in the disputed zone.

BR asks Hsiung Hsiang-hui to transmit his views to Premier Chou En-lai.

Article titled "The Yellow Peril?" written for publication in The Minority of One.

BR states that "... it is highly probable that within a year or two China and the United States will be at war with each other." Continued opposition from within the U.S. against the government is the best hope for the world.

Schoenman outlines his travel schedule and states that the BRPF is preparing an International War Crimes Tribunal. Schoenman is leaving for the U.S. to assist Mark Lane in the defence of David Mitchell.

Schoenman encloses the text of his speech from the Voice of Vietnam (not present), and also encloses a copy of his article (not present) that appeared in the Vietnam Pictorial Monthly.

BR asks if there is any further news on the Chinese acrobatic troupe touring Britain.

BR asks if it is still possible for the Chinese acrobatic troupe to visit Britain.

Hsiung informs BR that the Chinese Embassy has previously "... notified Mr. Michael White that he could make direct contact and negotiation with the troupe...."

BR had been inquiring if the Chinese acrobatic troupe could visit Britain.

Strong comments on the Chinese nuclear test, Chou En-lai's Four Point Policy, and the downing of a Chinese aircraft by the American air force.

Strong, at the foot of the page, has written "with deep appreciation of your constant stand Anna L Strong". In pencil, at the lower right-hand corner: "Tyvmfy newsl wh I thought most valuable and impt. I hope you are well. With BW YS/BR".

The letter is written on Letter from China letterhead.

Enclosed is a two-page article by Strong (document .177444) titled "When and How Will China Go to War".

Strong is an American journalist in China.

BR thanks Strong for her recent letter and enclosed article (see record 65848).

Needham is Chairman of the Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding. "Confidential and without prejudice" appear at the top of the document. The document is a generic letter sent out to all the sponsors of the Foundation.

Needham offers counter-arguments to the attack on the Society by former member H.R. Trevor-Roper.

Bryan is the Secretary of the Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding.

Bryan asks BR if he could donate to the Society's library "... a copy or copies of any of your books on China." At the foot of the page Bryan has written "we should be particularly glad to have a copy of The Problem of China, which you published in 1922".

At the top right-hand corner of the page, written in pencil: "Tyfyl to lr. He regrets that he has only his original copy of The Problem of China. However, you may be able to find a copy from his publisher, George Allen and Unwin Ltd. You may ask them to bill us for the amount involved YS RS".

The letter is crossed out in blue pencil and has: "Unsent" marked on it.

A thank-you letter in which BR comments that he is sorry Trevor-Roper is in a dispute with the Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding.

A thank-you letter in which Schoenman informs Bryan that he can obtain a copy of BR's The Problem of China from his publisher.

A draft of this letter is found written on the document at record 65851.

A generic letter sent to the sponsors of the Society.

Bryan refers to the text of a press statement issued by the Society's Council of Management in which the policy of distributing relevant literature was re-affirmed.

Trevor-Roper encloses a statement explaining the events leading up to his leaving the Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding.

Enclosed is a three-page statement, document .177452, TLS(MIM).

BR appeals for Mao's help "in preparing the International War Crimes Tribunal", and "... would be glad of the opportunity to send representatives to China...."

Also present are two copies of the letter, documents .177454 and .177455, TL(CAR).

An invitation to attend a reception at the Embassy in Honour of the Seventeenth Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China.

The reception is to take place 30 September 1966.

An invitation to attend a reception at the Chinese Embassy. BR was issued the same invitation; see record 65857.

The letter, to the Private Secretary of Hsiung Hsiang-hui, indicates that Schoenman will be unable to attend the reception at the Chinese Embassy on 30 September 1966.

As a formal reply to an invitation, there is no place for a signature.

Savelli is the editor of La Sinistra.

Savelli informs Schoenman that they cannot publish all the articles Schoenman has sent to them; however, they will be publishing "... a large part (more than five pages), of Bertrand Russell's appeal to the American conscience."

Schoenman asks for Hsiung's assistance in the matter of three Italians, members of the Italian Council of the BRPF, who wish to visit China.

BR appeals for amnesty for a number of prisoners in China.

Those listed are: Chen Chao-lin, Yun Kwan, Ling Hwer-hwa, Liu Kwang-hsiu, Chou Jen-sen, Ling Sun-chi, Liu Ping-tsao, Wu Tzi, Wong Kuo-lung, Li Lo-ming, Chao Yang-sin, and Chen Tao-tung.

BR also encloses a copy of War Crimes in Vietnam (not present).

At the top left-hand corner, written in ink: "Signed and returned, as requested, to BRPF 10/1/67".

Schoenman requests the enclosed letter (not present) addressed to Chou En-lai from BR, be forwarded to the Premier.

Schoenman also encloses a copy (not present) of BR's War Crimes in Vietnam.

BR is concerned about events in China and cites the reports of the arrest of President Liu Shao-ch'i and other Chinese officials. BR comments that "where there is only one side heard in a dialogue, it is unlikely that enlightenment or true progress can prevail...."

BR writes "... about a matter which is causing increasing concern in Britain, namely the disappearance of several British citizens in China."

BR refers to Eric Gordon, his wife and young child, who have not been seen since November 1967.

Farley refers to an enclosed note (see record 65867) from BR recommending a book written by Han Suyin titled China in the Year 2001.

BR recommends Han Suyin's book China in the Year 2001.

This letter is referred to as an attachment to the letter at record 65866.

BR is pleased that Chou En-lai has "... consistently upheld the principle of the self-determination of small nations and opposed great-power chauvinism...."

BR encloses several documents (not present) including an appeal, a draft declaration by the War Crimes Tribunal, and a copy of a letter sent to the members of the Tribunal concerning the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia.

BR inquires if it is possible for two of his associates to visit Peking.

The associates mentioned by BR are Malcolm Caldwell, editor of Journal of Contemporary Asian Affairs, and Ken Coates, Director of the BRPF.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177469, TL(CAR).

Gordon asks for BR's help in tracing the whereabouts of his brother, Eric Gordon, and his wife Marie and their son Kim.

The Gordon family has not been heard from in seven months.

Enclosed is a three-page (document .177471) letter outlining the travel details of Eric Gordon and his family.

Farley, writing on BR's behalf, asks Gordon if any formal inquiries have been made to the Chinese Chargé d'Affaires in London regarding the disappearance of his brother's family.

Farley also asks Gordon to confirm that George Pottle has agreed to publication of any material Gordon has enclosed.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177474, TL(CAR).

Gordon, in response to Farley's letter of 7 May 1968 (see record 65871), comments that he has been to the Chinese Embassy in London on four occasions and has written to the Chargé d'Affaires about his missing brother.

Gordon encloses a two-page travel detail list (document .177476) for his brother and his family.

Farley mentions that he will be speaking to BR about Gordon's missing brother's family.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177479, TL(CAR).

Gordon inquires whether BR has been able to take any action regarding his missing brother's family.

Farley tells Gordon that BR has written to Premier Chou En-lai regarding Gordon's missing brother and family.

Farley also asks if the information sent by Gordon can be made public.

Gordon is thankful that BR has sent a letter to Chou En-lai to inquire about his missing brother's family, and gives permission to make public any correspondence he has sent Farley.

Gordon inquires if BR has had any reply to his letter to Chou En-lai regarding Gordon's brother, who is missing along with his family in China.

At the top left-hand corner, written in ink: "Answ'd by phone".

Farley informs Gordon that BR has no further suggestions regarding locating Gordon's missing brother's family in China. BR had written to Premier Chou En-lai about the missing family.

Gordon writes to Farley about Anita Gordon's missing brother's family and requests help to locate their whereabouts in China.

The letter contains the same details as provided by her brother Jeffrey Gordon; see record 65870.

Farley comments that BR has written to Chou En-lai about her missing brother's family and that the "most hopeful" way to ensure her brother's release from China "... is to ensure the further release of large numbers of prisoners in Hong Kong."

A thank-you letter.

A Christmas card.

Farley comments that unless the British Foreign Office does anything about the Chinese journalist imprisoned in Hong Kong, "... it looks as if there is very little hope for an early release of Mr. Gordon."

Eric Gordon and his family are being held in China.

A thank-you letter in which Gordon expresses doubt as to the Foreign Office releasing journalists in Hong Kong.

Gordon asks if it would do any good for BR to send another letter to Chou En-lai regarding her missing brother's family.

Also enclosed is a detailed list and travel outline for Eric Gordon and family.

The Czechoslovakian Delegation to the UN outlines their conclusions about the military operations in the Congo carried out by Belgian and U.S. forces.

At the top of the first page, in ink: "Congo—Security Council, Dec 1964".

Schoenman and Zaki's article appeared in Africa and the World, Jan 1965.

Also present are four copies of Africa and the World's front cover with Schoenman and Zaki's article stapled to it.

Zahir Shah is ruler of Afghanistan.

BR asks for Zahir Shah's opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Hoxha is Prime Minister of Albania.

Schoenman asks for Hoxha's opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Ben Bella is President of Algeria.

Schoenman asks for Ben Bella's opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Zhivkov is President of Bulgaria.

Schoenman asks for Zhivkov's opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Ne Win is Prime Minister of Burma.

Schoenman asks for Ne Win's opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Sihanouk is ruler of Cambodia.

Schoenman asks for Sihanouk's opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Ahidjo is President of Cameroon.

Schoenman asks for Ahidjo's opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Bandaranaike is Prime Minister of Ceylon.

Schoenman asks for Bandaranaike's opinion on enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Chou En-lai is Premier of the People's Republic of China.

Schoenman asks for Chou En-lai's opinion on enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Tshombe is Prime Minister of the Congolese Republic.

Schoenman asks for Tshombe's opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .177505, TL(CAR).

Castro is Prime Minister of Cuba.

Schoenman asks for Castro's opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression on the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Archbishop Makarios is the President of Cyprus.

Schoenman asks for Makarios' opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression in the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.

Novotny is the President of Czechoslovakia.

Schoenman asks for Novotny's opinion on two enclosed articles (not present). The articles concern the true nature of Western aggression the Congo, and the true nature of the war of atrocity in Vietnam.