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# GLOBEY

From: Ankara (LAVAL)
To: Vichy
29 May 1944
FAV

No. 579-581.2

Some travelers coming recently from Beyrouth reported that on the occasion of the last Easter festivities the religious ceremonies had taken on more importance than in previous years.

In the Greek-Orthodox community particularly, a procession took place the evening of Easter. This year it started from the enclosure of buildings reserved for the cult and followed certain streets of the city. According to traditions the Icon of the Resurrection was carried by the faithful. But it was followed by a large portrait of STALIN with the inscription: "This is the savior of the world."

Besides the orthodox, a great number of persons belonging to the community (Maronites, Armenians, Musulmans) took part in the procession.

The travelers who reported the above facts were struck also by the fact that a good many shops, stores, and cafes displayed in full view portraits of Mr. STALIN.

x - No. 581 previously issued as SMN 6050

Inter 30 May 44
Rec'd 30 May 44
Trans 6 July 44
Rec'd Ottawa 12 July 44

Examination Unit
National Research Council
July 12, 1944

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