+"Vatican City Rome Italy" +1948 stock footage and images

Pope Pius XII warns the world against communism during Easter in Vatican City, Italy.

Pope Pius XII appears before a huge crowd during Easter in Vatican City, Italy. Huge crowds gathered at Saint Peter’s Square (00120 Vatican City) for the Easter papal audience. The Obelisk stands in the middle of the square. Easter ceremonies take place. Crowd gathered to hear the Pope's Easter message. Pope Pius XII, formerly known as Eugenio Pacelli, warns the world against communism during his speech. Pope Pius XII raises his arms and blesses the crowds. Crowd cheers as Pope is raised on his chair. Pope Pius XII blesses the crowds while raised on chair by the Papal Swiss Guards.