“The historian amputates reality.”
Quote by Gaetano Salvemini
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Gaetano Salvemini
Gaetano Salvemini was an Italian politician and journalist, born on November 8, 1873, and died on September 6, 1957. He was a prominent figure in the early 20th century Italian political landscape, known for his involvement in the Italian Socialist Party and his contributions to the labor movement. more
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