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Capitulation details at Messina end of 1949 siege
The surrender agreement specifies delivery of the Citadel gates except the main gate, with evacuation to follow on 21 October. Warships and supports not sunk are to be handed to the enemy, who must itemize losses aboard sunken vessels. Garrison of about goo men marches out and joins the Allied fleet.
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