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This publication chronicles a pivotal moment in the history of Moral Re-Armament, documenting Frank Buchman's transformative visit to St. Gallen, Switzerland, alongside 120 delegates from 22 nations. The text traces the historical significance of St. Gallen as a cornerstone of European renaissance and cultural development, revealing surprising connections to Buchman's own ancestry. Through an exploration of how the Irish saint St. Gall brought Christianity and civilization to the region over thirteen centuries ago, the narrative establishes a spiritual continuum linking past achievements to contemporary moral revival efforts. The publication details an extraordinary mobilization campaign featuring film screenings and theatrical performances that captivated over fifty thousand citizens from a population of seventy-three thousand. Notable political figures including P. J. Little, a twelve-year member of the Irish government, participated in this ambitious initiative. The document presents Moral Re-Armament as a revolutionary force addressing contemporary challenges through spiritual and ethical transformation, demonstrating its capacity to unite communities across national boundaries in pursuit of shared values and social renewal.