The Archive · 1941

Graziani Resigns At Own Request

Two Generals Take Over His Duties; British Somaliland All British

Rome, Mar, 25.

Marshal Graziani, Italian Commander-in-Chief in' Africa, has resigned at his own request, according to an oficial announcement here today. He is succeeded by General Ttalo Garibaldi, Marshal Graziani ceases-to be Chief of Staff of the Army, Governor of Libya and Superior Commanding Officer of the Italian armed forces of North Africa, says an official statement. General Italo Garibaldi is appointed Governor of Libya and Superior Commanding officer of Italian armed forces in North Africa.

General Maru Roatta of the General Army Corps and Deputy Chief of the General Staff, assumes the position of Chief of the General Staff.

General of Division Francisco Rossi is appointed Deputy Chief of the General Staff.—Reuter.

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