Italy On This Day

Fascinating stories from each day of the year about the people and events that have shaped the culture and history of Italy

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22 March 2018

Nino Manfredi - actor and director

Totò fan became maestro of commedia all’italiana Nino Manfredi made more than 100 films in the course of his career The actor and di...

21 March 2018

Angela Merici – Saint

Nun dedicated her life to educating girls Angela Merici, pictured in a 17th century painting by an unknown artist Angela Merici, who...

20 March 2018

Giampiero Moretti - entrepreneur racing driver

Gentleman racer behind ubiquitous Momo accessories brand Gianpiero Moretti won the 24 Hours of Daytona at the 15th attempt Giampiero...

19 March 2018

Francesco Gasparini – musician and writer

Opera composer who gave Vivaldi a job Francesco Gasparini, captured in a caricature by Pier Leone Ghezzi Francesco Gasparini, one of...

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