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Oct 26, 2026

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Large crowd of civilians gather at the Saint Peter's Square as Pope John XXIII passes away in Vatican City,Rome.

Pope John XXIII passes away in Vatican City,Rome. Large crowd of civilians gather at the Saint Peter's Square. They place pictures of Pope John XXIII. Civilians pray for the recovery of Pope's illness in front of the windows of Pope apartment. Past scenes show: Pope John XXIII meets with the bishops. Location: Vatican City Rome Italy. Date: June 3, 1963.

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