The Evidence In The Case A Discussion Of The Moral Responsibili
Chapter 5
GERMANY'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE AUSTRIAN ULTIMATUM
Silence which preceded ultimatum--Europe's ignorance of impending developments--Duty to civilization--Germany's prior knowledge of ultimatum--Its disclaimer to Russia, France, and England of any responsibility--Contradictory admission in its official defense--Further confirmation in Germany's simultaneous threat to the Powers--Further confirmation in its confidential notice to States of Germany to prepare for eventualities 31