Well, as a general remark, I would say that I was discouraged by the physical and economic conditions in continental Europe after the war.

E. David Bruce may refer to:
David Bruce (brewer) (born 1948) founder of the Firkin Brewery pub chain
David Bruce (physician) (fl. Bruce (1898–1977) American diplomat
David Bruce (ice hockey) (born 1964) Canadian National Hockey League player
David Bruce (minister) (1824–1911) Presbyterian minister journalist.