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Velio Spano

Anti-fascist Italian politician and journalist (1905-1964) · Italy · On the map · Politicians · Died at 59

Velio Spano was a Sardinian-born antifascist activist and, at times, fighter through the Mussolini years. He is also remembered for his writings: he later came to be identified, increasingly, as a journalist.

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After the leader fell from power in 1943 and Italy was liberated in 1945, he became an increasingly mainstream politician, serving as a member of the senate between 1948 and 1963, and playing an increasingly prominent leadership role in the Communist Party.

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Italy
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1905 to 1964 · aged 59