The election of Pope Pius XII (1939)

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Huge crowds gather in Rome to hear the announcement of the proclamation of the new Pope, Pius the XII

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SLATE INFORMATION: The Cardinals Elect Pope Pius XII

ROME: Vatican City: Saint Peter's Square:
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Huge crowds gather in Rome to hear the announcement of the proclimation of the new Pope, Pius the XII, and cheer wildly at the announcement, followed by a speech by the Pope

MARIA (Wife of PRINCE UMBERTO) Awaits announcement in Rome of new Pope.

POPE PIUS XII PACELLI, Cardinal (Papal Secretary of State) Speaks after his election in Rome.


ROME Election of the new Pope.


ST. PETERS, ROME V.G. Shot at election of new Pope.


Personalities - Religious; Italy
Background: Huge crowds gather in Rome to hear the announcement of the proclamation of the new Pope, Pius the XII

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