Defence Minister Crosetto announced Tuesday that Italy’s iconic training ship – Amerigo Vespucci – will be in New York harbour for the 250th anniversary of American independence. It carries a message about the depth of the two nations’ bond that transcends current political turbulence.
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On this day in history, 9 March 1454, Amerigo Vespucci was born in Florence. While not as famous as Christopher Columbus, Vespucci played a crucial role in the Age of Exploration. His legacy endures in the very name of the Americas.
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The historic Italian Navy training vessel Amerigo Vespucci and the Villaggio Italia, a multi-year travelling exhibition of Made in Italy excellence, are making a landmark stop in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from 27 to 31 January.
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