October 14, 1950
Ciphered Telegram, Feng Xi (Stalin) to Kim Il Sung (via Shtykov)
CIPHERED TELEGRAM # 4829
To PYONGYANG—SOVIET AMBASSADOR
Transmit to KIM IL SUNG the following message:
“After vacillations [kolebaniy] and a series of temporary [provisional] decisions the Chinese comrades at last made a final decision to render assistance to Korea with troops.
I am glad that the final and favorable decision for Korea has been made at last.
In this connection, you should consider the recommendations of the meeting of the Chinese-Soviet leading comrades, which You were told of earlier, annulled. You will have to resolve concrete questions regarding the entry of the Chinese troops jointly with the Chinese comrades.
The armaments required for the Chinese troops will be delivered from the USSR.
I wish You success.”
Feng Xi [STALIN]
14.10.50
Typed by Doronchenkova #8865
Made 2 copies: Stalin - 1, 8MDGS - 1.
Telegram from Stalin to Kim Il Sung informing him of the finalization of China's decision to send troops to North Korea's aid.
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