"He accepts the British Empire and is ready to pledge himself personally for its continued existence and to place the power of the German Reich at its disposal.  The Fuhrer is ready to conclude agreements with England which, as has already been emphasised, would not only guarantee the existence of the British Empire in all circumstances as far as Germany is concerned, but also if necessary an assurance to the British Empire of German assistance regardless of where such assistance should be necessary." – Hitler's Communication to Sir. Nevile Henderson, 25 August 1939.