1962 Press Photo Commemorative service for Pope Pius at St. Peter's Basilica
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Commemorative service for Pope Pius Xii, who died fours years ago today, is conducted before the Cathedral altar, background, in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City today. Pope John XXIII sits on throne in left background. In left foreground is part of Bernini's famed canopy covering the papal altar. More than 1,000 cardinals and bishops, on hand for the Ecumenical Council opening Thursday, took part in the ceremonis.
