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Book on Azerbaijanis`role in Italian Resistance Movement presented in Bergamo VIDEO
Bergamo, February 8 (AZERTAC). A book highlighting the role of the Azerbaijanis in the Italian resistance movement has been launched in Bergamo, Italy.
The presentation of the book, called “From the Caucasus to the Apennines. Azerbaijanis in the Italian resistance movement”, took place at the Mayor`s Office.
Published by the Sandro Teti Publishing House, the book praises the Azerbaijanis`s contribution to the Italian resistance movement during the World War II.
The event, co-organized by the Azerbaijani Embassy to Italy, Sandro Teti Publishing House and Bergamo Mayor`s Office, has brought together scientific and business figures of Italy, as well as journalists.
Addressing the event, founder of the Sandro Teti Publishing House Domenico Sandro Teti and Mayor of Bergamo city Franco Tentorio highlighted the importance of the publication, adding it would contribute to relations between the two countries` nations.
Azerbaijani Ambassador to Italy Vagif Sadigov said the publication of the book would contribute to develop the bilateral relations between the two countries.
He also highlighted historically existing relations between Azerbaijan and Italy.
The event saw speeches by Professor of Bergamo University Ugo Persi, Vice President of Bergamo branch of National association of the Italian Partisans Ornella Ravalia, Deputy Mayor of the Monte di Nese Doriano Bendotti.
They stressed the importance of publication of the book in terms of awareness of Italian youth on the relevant issues.
The book features photos and comprehensive archival materials.