Mr. Rankin. As I understand you, you did not serve in the armed forces of the Soviet Union, but because of your ability as a pharmacist, you were obligated, if the call was ever extended to you, is that right?
Mrs. Oswald. Yes, that is correct.
Mr. Rankin. Do you know any reason why your husband was permitted to stay in the Soviet Union when he first came there?
Mrs. Oswald. I don't know.
Mr. Rankin. Do you know why——
Mrs. Oswald. Many were surprised at that—here and in Russia.
Mr. Rankin. Do you know why he went to Minsk, or was allowed to go to Minsk?
Mrs. Oswald. He was sent to Minsk.
Mr. Rankin. By that, you mean by direction of the government?
Mrs. Oswald. Yes.