Focus on the great figures that have marked the history of Italy

After the artists, we are going to see in detail the CV of the 5 Italian personalities that have marked history in various fields.

Italian political leader: Benito Mussolini: Focus on the great figures that have marked the history of Italy

In the field of managing a country, we have chosen to present Benito Mussolini.
We could also talk to you about Julio César, Matteo Renzi or Silvio Berlusconi. But Mussolini seems interesting to us for more than one reason.
First of all, this Italian leader is almost a contemporary, since he died in 1945.
At the head of his fascist party, he leads Italy into World War II alongside Hitler.
Why have you chosen to talk about this dark character? Because we must not forget that all countries have known their hour of glory, but also their hours of shadows.
And also because Mussolini has had an impact on the modern Italian language.
Indeed, while he was at the head of the government, he prohibited the use of all other languages, terrorizing linguistic minorities and removing numerous foreign words from the Italian vocabulary.

Italian Explorer: Christopher Columbus: Focus on the great figures that have marked the history of Italy

Christopher Columbus is, like Marco Polo , a famous Italian explorer.
An expert sailor, he was the first to discover America in 1492.
Christopher Columbus on the shore of the New World (San Salvador), in 1492.
According to historians and specialists, this discovery was a major break that precipitated humanity towards modern times.

Italian musician: Antonio Vivaldi: Focus on the great figures that have marked the history of Italy

In terms of Italian music, we cannot fail to mention Antonio Vivaldi.
Died in 1741, we owe him the masterpieces of the classical repertoire such as The Four Seasons, L’estrop Armonico or Stábat Mater.
A true genius of the violin, he influenced many composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach.

Italian scientist: Galilio Galilei

In the category of scientists to whom humanity owes much, it is impossible not to mention Galileo Galilei.
Disappeared in 1642, he was the founder of physics. He also established the operation of mechanics.
Surveyor, mathematician, astronomer and physicist: Galileo’s work has advanced science by more than one step.
He is, without a doubt, one of the greatest European sages.

Italian athlete: Francesco Totti

Culture is also sport.
In this area, the footballer Francesco Totti is a player who is part of the legend.
After starting his career with the Roma team in 1993, the 40-year-old has remained loyal to his club despite the numerous contracts that have been proposed to him.
In addition to winning the World Cup with Italy in 2006, Francesco Totti is one of the 100 most talented soccer players alive.
With our article, we hope they make you want to learn more about the history and culture of Italy.
For centuries, Italy has shone nationally and internationally.
This is thanks to many people who have allowed humanity to advance or who have bequeathed us masterpieces in their field of predilection (music, painting, cinema, etc.).
In any case, if you are passionate about any subject, ask your private teacher to focus on it.
You will learn much faster and with less effort.