“SACRED CAUSE”

Otago Daily Times, Issue 24334, 26 June 1940, Page 8

“SACRED CAUSE”

POLISH DECLARATION AN ALLY OF BRITAIN TROOPS IN ENGLAND ■ (United Press Association) (By Electric Telegraph—Copyright) LONDON, June 24. Broadcasting from London to Poland, General Sikorski, who has now established his headquarters in England, stated: “At a time when the great body of our armies is safely bach from France and is landing on the shores of Great Britain. I would like to declare solemnly in the name of the President of the Polish Republic and the Polish Government, that, animated by our indomitable will, wc shall continue to fight shoulder to shoulder with the powerful British Empire for a free and independent Poland.” General Sikorski said the British Government had given all its help in the evacuation of Polish troops from France. “ Together with our great British Ally we shall carry on in this effort,” he added- “ Our place to-day is in the line of battle. We are fulfilling our alliance with Britain, and the Polish nation will persevere in the struggle with Germany to the end.” General Sikorski described the fighting which many Polish divisions had dons both in France and Norway. “Polish units fought with the utmost gallantry, earning the admiration of friends and the respect of foes.” he said. “The feats the Polish armed forces have accomplished during this year in Norway. France, on the sea. and in the air have recalled the most glorious traditions of the Napoleonic period.” General Sikorski concluded by appealing to his countrymen, despite the shock which France’s surrender must have caused them, to turn a deaf ear on German propaganda, which would seek to break down their resistance. “Wc have unshakable confidence in the war, the. result of which has not yet been decided, and will end with victory for our common and sacred cause,” .he declared. “ Britain’s iron will to continue the struggle is subject to no doubt. Standing without yielding at her side and at the side of her numerous friends and Allies, we shall win, bringing to you and to Europe your deliverance.”