| Content Description | Encloses a memorandum by Mr Rumbold.
Mr Rumbold writes that the Russian declaration has been unfavourably received among the upper classes of Russia, although they are not so opposed to it as a matter of principle, and they do admire its boldness; it is seen as being necessary to pacify the extreme national party; Mr Katkov, one of the nationalist leaders, has been lukewarm on the subject, probably because his influence has waned as a result of his advocacy of classical studies; Russian military reorganisation and compulsory military service is being considered, but there are enormous problems with this; there is also a shortage of educated Russians to work in administration and education. |