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Italy unified under the leadership of several men: Giuseppe Mazzini, Camillo di Cavour, Giuseppe Garibaldi and Victor Emmanuel. The forty year process ended in 1870.

Benito Mussolini seized control of the Italian Government in 1922 established his Italian Secret Police and would hold a vice-like stranglehold on Italy for 21 years.

The Carabinieri Corps has been at times the most dedicated of all of the Italian armed forces

The Pantheon is one of the best-preserved ancient buildings in Rome, an inspiration to Michelangelo, and an essential stop on any tour of Rome

In 1848, several revolutions broke out in Europe as despotic rulers were confronted with popular demands for liberal constitutions and more democratic government.

Whether touring Rome, Italy, or far-flung Britain, one is amazed by the contributions Hadrian made for generations to enjoy, providing inspiration for over two millennia.

Italian unification is indebted to Giuseppe Mazzini and Giuseppe Garibaldi, but the policies and actions of Camillo Cavour ensured the Risorgimento.

Many hotels are located off Via Cavour, one of Rome's primary avenues, making it easy for visitors to begin their exploration of the city with a walking tour.

If travelers only have a day to spare in the Italian capital, it's unlikely they will be disappointed, as there is plenty to see and do in the Eternal City.

The history and culture of Italy has created a very diverse group of Italian Americans, with many who cannot identify with their heritage.

It's easy for visitors to be overwhelmed with everything to see in the Eternal City. Sometimes the tourist needs a breather from the traditional sites.