Italian Naval Attache Alberto Lais Faces Recall Following Ship Sabotage

The transcript discusses the recall of Italy's naval attaché, linked to the sabotage of Italian ships in American ports. A note from State Secretary Cordell Hull addresses department secrets and shipping issues in Latin America. It also covers the burning of Axis vessels in Costa Rica, where crew members were arrested on arson charges, and Germany's request for special treatment was rejected.

What was the reason behind the recall of Italy's naval attaché, Alberto?

• He was accused of financial misconduct.

• He was needed for a diplomatic mission in Italy.

• He was connected to the sabotage of Italian ships in American ports.

• He was involved in espionage activities.

Who communicated the information about the recall of Italy's naval attaché?

• The British Ambassador

• State Secretary Cordell Hull

• The Italian Prime Minister

• The President of the United States

What was the nature of the dispatches related to the case?

• They were leaked to the press.

• They were completely classified.

• They were secretive but some messages were released.

• They were public announcements.

What happened to the German freighter Eisenach and the Italian liner in Costa Rica?

• They were involved in a collision.

• They were burned.

• They were used for humanitarian missions.

• They were seized by the Costa Rican government.

What was the response to Germany's request for special treatment for the ship captains?

• It was ignored.

• It was accepted with conditions.

• It was flatly rejected.

• It was approved.