Colonel S.-W. They would hang the man who made the war.
A. C. D. No, they would back him but hang the traitor.
Gen. W. You say that they would gain nothing by war. What about the carrying trade of the world?
A. C. D. The carrying trade depends on economic questions and upon geographical situation. For example, the Norwegians, who have no fleet, are one of the principal carriers.
Gen. W. At least they could starve us out if they held the seas.
A. C. D. Well, that is where my tunnel would come in; but of course I am entirely with you as to the need of holding the seas.
Gen. W. Well, now, you admit that we must go to the help of France?
A. C. D. Certainly.
Gen. W. But what can six divisions do?
A. C. D. Well, my point is that six divisions with a tunnel are better than six divisions without a tunnel.