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

In the event of a victory over Germany by Soviet Russia and England, Bolshevism in Europe would inevitably follow. Under these circumstances I would prefer to see Germany win the war.

France cannot be destroyed. She is an old country who, despite her misfortunes, has, and always will have, thanks to her past, a tremendous prestige in the world, whatever the fate inflicted upon her.

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.

We had a lot of positives out there. It's a solid foundation to build on.

You know, when you have some success in France, they don't like you,