The Pope points out that during World War II, he spent all his powers of persuasion to end the conflict and to secure a peace based on justice, equity and right.

As the war has ended, he leaves nothing undone to provide relief to several war-torn nations.

There are millions of innocent children in many countries without the basic necessities of life, suffering from cold, hunger and disease.

[3] The Pontiff points out that these children will be pillars of the next generation and therefore it is essential that they grow up healthy in mind and body.

Those who live in luxury should reflect and remember that the indigence, hunger and nakedness of these children will constitute a grave and severe indictment of them before God.