On the recordJanuary 1, 1860
Another monument, therefore, was demanded for another son of the land of misfortune, who, like so many more, had hoped to shed his blood for the redemption of his country.
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Giuseppe Garibaldi
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gutenberg.orgGiuseppe Garibaldi: “Another monument, therefore, was demanded for another son of the land of misfortune, who, like so many more, had hoped…”
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Reflecting on the loss of a brave officer, Garibaldi laments the sacrifices made by those fighting for their nation's freedom.
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