I feel that an understanding could be reached with Germany which would result in a lasting peace with Europe and believe that a German victory is preferable to a British and Soviet victory.

I defy anyone - and I have said this to the Germans - to build a solid, articulated, and viable Europe without France's consent.

We have given most of Europe to Hitler. Let us try to hold on to what we have got left.

I feel that an understanding could be reached with Germany which would result in a lasting peace with Europe and believe that a German victory is preferable to a British and Soviet victory.

I want to tell you that I think this war is a great mistake.

It is neither the statesman nor the friend who is asking your help and assistance, but simply the man.

It is in order that France may find her place in the new Europe that you will respond to my appeal.