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Cryptologic Aspects of German Intelligence Activities in South America during World War II
After that, neither his nor de Bardeleban’s pres-
ence would be required. Sterling and Fly had the
impression that de Bardeleban wanted to return to
the United States because of family problems, and
ordered him to return home in March 1943. A cable
from de Bardeleban on 30 March and a follow-
up letter sent the next day, however, contained a
request that he remain in Chile on an accompanied
tour. He also asked about the possibility of a pay
increase and an in-grade pay raise for serving in a
foreign assignment. His request was turned down
on 5 ...