COMMUNIST COUP IN PRAGUE
PRECAUTIONS TAKEN ON ANNIVERSARY PRAGUE, February 22. On the anniversary of the Communist oveAhrow of the Benes Government, armed Communist patrols have been formed in Prague and other centres to back up the increased police forces and militia during “Revolution Week.” Strong police guards have been placed round public buildings, including the post office. The homes of Government and Communist Party leaders have been well guarded since Saturday. The police for several days have been inspecting identity papers in cafes, restaurants and trams, The Prime Minister (Mr Antonin Zapotocky) broadcast to counteract rumours that he had been “done away with,” and also to extol the progress made since the Communists took power.
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Press, Volume LXXXV, Issue 25737, 24 February 1949, Page 5
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