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Cesare Terranova

Italian Antimafia judge and politician murdered by the Mafia (1921-1979) · Italy · On the map · Politicians · Died at 58

Cesare Terranova was an Italian judge and politician from Sicily, notable for his anti-Mafia stance. From 1958 until 1971 Terranova was an examining magistrate at the Palermo prosecuting office. He was one of the first to seriously investigate the Mafia and the financial operations of Cosa Nostra.

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Gold Medal for Civil Valor

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He was assassinated by the Mafia in 1979.

Country
Italy
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1921 to 1979 · aged 58