The document likely outlines procedures for identifying, processing, and transferring Soviet nationals back to the USSR, including criteria for repatriation, security measures, and the role of the Board of Officers in overseeing the process. Many displaced Soviet citizens—ranging from former prisoners of war to forced laborers and refugees who had fled the Soviet regime—were deeply reluctant to return, fearing imprisonment, forced labor, or execution under Stalin’s government. The directive may have also addressed exceptions for individuals seeking asylum, coordination with Soviet authorities, and protocols for handling resistance to repatriation. The involvement of a Board of Officers suggests careful review and oversight to ensure compliance with both military orders and international ag.
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