Rome, June it.
The radio announces that the King, who is now in the Ballan "war zone," has addressed the following. Proclamation to the forces:
"Soldiers of land, sea a As air: chief of all armed forces apd following my own feelings as well as the tradition of my house, and coming fo duly as T did 25 years ago, 1 appoint Benito Mussolini Commander-in-Chief of all the armed forces of, Italy.
"My one thought is for our imuers fal country, and with the help of Germany "we shall be victorious, Soldiers of land, sea and alr, united with you as never before, T am sure that your valour and the patriotism of the Mahan people will bring us victory: once more,"—Reuten, US, Takes Over Rome, Juno The United States Embassy' eat! today, just after midnight, took ove the interests of the British and French Embassies here.
American Embassy officials went to the British and French Embassies and the sealed their arehieves. They also Posted notes on the doors explant the situation.
American regarding situation last night—United Press, British Seize
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