Trial of Nazi Spies Commences In Washington

The trial of eight U-boat saboteurs was initially kept secret, with Secretary Stimson advocating for withholding trial news. However, Elmer Davis pushed for the release of all non-military secrets. Eventually, the trial's verdict allowed for daily updates, and a reporter provided an eyewitness account, describing the saboteurs' appearance.

What was the main reason for the secrecy surrounding the trial of the U-boat saboteurs?

• To avoid media interference

• To prevent public panic

• To protect military secrets

• To ensure a fair trial

Who was involved in the decision-making process regarding the release of trial news?

• Secretary Stimson and the President

• The Supreme Court

• The Department of Defense

• The FBI

What was Chief Elmer Davis's stance on the release of trial information?

• He wanted to keep all information secret

• He insisted on releasing all information except military secrets

• He was against any release of information

• He wanted to release only positive news

What change occurred in the trial's information release policy?

• No information was released

• Only military secrets were released

• Daily communiques were permitted

• All information was released to the public

How did the reporter describe the appearance of the saboteurs?

• They appeared as ordinary citizens

• They did not look like a bunch of thugs

• They looked like typical criminals

• They seemed very dangerous