Italy On This Day

NEW - Giuseppe Sinopoli – conductor and composer Maestro died while conducting Verdi’s Aida Musician Giuseppe Sinopoli, who became known ...

Maestro died while conducting Verdi’s Aida Giuseppe Sinopoli conducted some of the world's  most prestigious philharmonic orchestras Mus...

Annibale Bergonzoli - soldier Commander who was both decorated and imprisoned by the British The military commander Annibale Bergonzoli, who...

Bud Spencer – swimmer-turned-actor Competed at two Olympics before turning to screen career The actor known as Bud Spencer was born Carlo Pe...

Luisa Spagnoli - businesswoman Inventor of Baci chocolates who diversified into fashion The businesswoman Luisa Spagnoli, who is credited ...