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We remember the great sons of the Italian people--Galileo and Marconi, Michelangelo and Dante--and incidentally that fearless discoverer who typifies the courage of Italy--Christopher Columbus.
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Roosevelt honors notable Italian figures, emphasizing their contributions to arts and sciences.
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