Marconi and Pope Listen to Radio

(Original Caption) The world's first station for radio communication by ultra short-wave was inaugurated by Pope Pius XI and Senator Guglielmo Marconi, wireless inventor, in the Vatican Palace, Feb. 1th. The radiotelephone system, equipped for communication between the Vatican and the Papal Villa at Castel Gandolfo, 20 miles distant, was presented to the Pope and installed by Senator Marconi. The ceremonies were broadcast. The Pope is seen at right, listening to the address of Senator Marconi, who is standing in front of the transmitting set.

Marconi and Pope Listen to Radio
(Original Caption) The world's first station for radio communication by ultra short-wave was inaugurated by Pope Pius XI and Senator Guglielmo Marconi, wireless inventor, in the Vatican Palace, Feb. 1th. The radiotelephone system, equipped for communication between the Vatican and the Papal Villa at Castel Gandolfo, 20 miles distant, was presented to the Pope and installed by Senator Marconi. The ceremonies were broadcast. The Pope is seen at right, listening to the address of Senator Marconi, who is standing in front of the transmitting set.
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