Huguenots were well represented in the Prussian army of Frederick the Great - they included Lt Gens Hautcharmoy and Pennavaire - and their influence persisted.
The retired Lt Gen. has denied the allegation.
Lt Gen. Campbell defended the strict media protocol as well concerns within the military about the politicisation of his role.
Only then did Churchill and Brooke turn to Lt Gen. Montgomery, who was training his corps in Scotland.
Lt Gen. Bradshaw paid tribute to the troops and the achievements they were making thanks to their skill, patience, courage and great endurance.