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Amendola, Giovanni — (1882–1926) Born in Naples on 15 April 1882, Amendola was to become the leader of the Aventine Secession. This talented liberal deputy and one time cabinet minister suffered beatings by Fascist thugs on 26 December 1923, and again in 1925 (at… … Historical Dictionary of modern Italy
Diaz, Armando — (1861–1928) Born in Naples, Diaz can fairly be called modern Italy’s most successful soldier since Giuseppe Garibaldi, though it must be said that competition for this title is not fierce. After initial training in artillery, in 1910 Diaz was… … Historical Dictionary of modern Italy
Silone, Ignazio — (pseud. Ignazio Tranquillini, 1900–1978) Ignazio Silone was a native of the province of Aquila (the Abruzzi) who was orphaned by an earthquake in his early teens. After the death of his parents Silone was obliged to break off his studies. He… … Historical Dictionary of modern Italy
Monarchy — (House of Savoy) One of Europe’s oldest ruling families, the lineage of the dukes of Savoy stretches back to the Middle Ages. Though theoretically subjects of the Holy Roman Empire, the Savoy family enjoyed great autonomy and, from Turin,… … Historical Dictionary of modern Italy
