11 June 1939,
Pius XII. The Pope welcomed a Francoist delegation to the Vatican. The delegation was attended by the Spanish Minister of the Interior, military chiefs and 3,200 soldiers. Pius XII publicly thanked his struggle for the defense of Christian faith and civilization. Also in April, through a radio message, he showed his gratitude to the Francoist authority and army.
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