Memorandum by the USCS
Quebec, 16 September 1944
Top secret
CCS 687
Release of amphibious craft from “OVERLORD” to other theaters
The United States Chiefs of Staff propose the dispatch of the following message to the Supreme Commander, Allied Expeditionary Force:
Accelerated operations in the Pacific and prospective plans for SEAC require earliest practicable withdrawal of amphibious craft especially LSTs from European Theater. Having due regard for your requirements for buildup until adequate port facilities become available and considering limitation on the use of these craft in the near future due to weather, Combined Chiefs of Staff desire you review the situation carefully with the object of early release of amphibious craft from OVERLORD. Early report in this matter is desired.