Leon Trotsky exiled Communist leader, departed yesterday for Copenhagen, accompanied by his wife, daughter and secretary.
The Turkish authorities granted him permission to leave the country. Trotsky was invited to come to Copenhagen by the organization of Social-Democratic students, for a series of lectures.
The Danish Government has granted Trotsky a three months visa.
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