STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Because of her longtime love of history, as well as her Italian heritage that’s manifested itself in a myriad ways, Arrochar resident Frances R. Curcio — who happens to be a ...
The typical Roman history tour begins with the tomb of an ancient emperor and winds down with the works of your Renaissance-era artist-of-choice. But perched atop the Janiculum hill — with St. Peter’s ...
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He led a thousand soldiers and changed Italy forever
Giuseppe Garibaldi was one of the most important figures in the unification of Italy. Leading a volunteer force known as the ...
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- He is revered in Italy for the role he played in the nation's unification, and every year, thousands visit his ornate tomb on the island of Caprera to pay their respects. He is ...
Admirers of the British writer Tim Parks might find his latest nonfiction book, “The Hero’s Way” (Norton, 384 pages, $27.95) a surprise. For 40-odd years he has written about his adopted country, ...
You’ve heard of the larger-than-life Impressionists who captivated Europe and the world at large with their dazzling light and color. You’ve heard of the larger-than-life Impressionists who captivated ...
Giuseppe Garibaldi is commemorated in statues and street names throughout Italy The body of Giuseppe Garibaldi, the 19th Century military leader who played a key role in the unification of Italy, is ...
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