Memorandum from Norbert G. Barr to Charles S. Lyon, March 8, 1948

8 march 1948. Ш 10 TO: ir. Clierles 3. Lyon. SUBJECT : Hermann von Hanneken. Due to circumstances, I was so far in no position to conclude my conversations with Harmeken. The affidavit on Kehrl will be ready today, and I do hope to have it signed by tomorrow. I think it the more important as pert of Kehrl’s defense is that he was only executing Von Hanneken’s orders. Saturday, X was informed by Mr. Gaming (who was interested in Hanneken because of his сазе against Steengracht) that he had spoken about Ha im ok en ’ s transfer to the Danes to Mr. Ferencz* and that it was agreed изоп that Hannesen stays for the time being. Today, the two Danish police officers came to get Нашшкеп, and 1 was called by r. Charnatz, who told them that Hanneken is still badly needed here by the attorneys working on X.G., Krupp, Kehrl, etc. I myself then talked to the Danes and told them that by Wednesday noon I’d Inform the when Hanneken will be turned over to them . By that time I oersonally will be through with Hanneken, and I do not want to take upon my responsibility, any delay of Hanneken ' s 4 trial which, according to the Danish officers is scheduled to st a rt in about three weeks time. The two officers told me that they had some other interrogations to conduct in Germany, and could do these first, and then return to Numberg in about eight days time to get Hanneken and transport him directly to Danmark. 1 think tais the best solution. Any extended stay of Hanneken would have to be arranged officially with the Danes. I do not know who of the other trial teams wants to make use of Hamieken as a witness, but 1 do think they should be informed of Hanneken’ s pending transfer. As to Hanneken’s еэ леагчпое in court, I feel that while their own trial is going on, the Danes will not agree to have Hanneken go to Nurnbarg once more, and I’ve got no idea at what time Hanneken is supposed to go on the stand. I furthermore think that once on trial in Danmark, be may not make a good witness any more . You will understand that the whole matter is one I cannot handle myself without Sledding in otters which are not of my concern. I’d therefore appreciate it very much if you could take care of it. I promised the Danish officers that by .Sednesday noon they will be informed how many move days Hanneken is needed here. It Is therefore necessary to inform all people interested at once. I tried to contact you in Garnish, but could not get a cell through. H. G. Barr. copy to kr. Gantt