> The new destination for war correspondents this week was Lisbon. Much evidence indicated that Portugal, one of the five remaining neutrals of Europe, was preparing to play an active part in the war, and that her move would be to the Allied cause:
> Lisbon began deadly serious civil-defense exercises, with blackouts and complete mobilization of defense, first aid and salvage forces. The city suddenly took on a military look, with windows criss-crossed with tape, air-raid wardens patrolling the roofs. Some families began moving to the country.
> Portugal's insignificant army suddenly put...
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