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Article: Proclamation by the President: Italian Independence Day, 2008.
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- June 2, 2008
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WASHINGTON -- On Italian Independence Day, we recognize our friendship with the nation of Italy, and we celebrate the generations of Italian Americans who have made significant contributions to our national character.
June 2, 1946, marks the birth of the Italian Republic, the long-awaited triumph of liberty and democracy in an ancient land. Today, Italy is a friend of the United States and an ally of freedom and peace. Italians and Americans join together on Italian Independence Day to commemorate Italy's independence and celebrate its rich history.
The people of our two countries share special ties rooted in history, friendship, and family. Millions of ...