Marcio Veloz Maggiolo, a descendant of a national independence hero and a prominent Dominican intellectual, published an article titled "Italians in Dominican Life" in 2001, in which he highlighted the contributions of notable Italians in the Dominican Republic He emphasized that the article aimed "to shed light on a community that has been fundamental to Dominican life, history, and the formation of its national identity "
The Italian community has played a pivotal role in shaping many of the country’s defining characteristics by contributing to the development of its political, social, economic, and cultural structures Their influence has been seen in the establishment of the Navy, involvement in the fight for national independence, the strengthening of the Catholic Church, the educational system, and the economy Italians also participated in the first free elections, founded the first newspaper, and left a lasting impact on architecture, art, cinema, music, and literature, helping to shape the cultural landscape of the Dominican Republic This profound influence made it essential to create a book that thoroughly examines the various facets of Italian contributions to the country
Through a combination of essays, images, and diverse perspectives, the book captures the essence of Italian cultural heritage in the Dominican Republic It presents a portrait of the country as one whose structures were shaped by centuries of interaction with Italian immigrants and whose ongoing participation in international dialogue has allowed it to create opportunities on a global scale since its inception
About the editor
Andrea Canepari is an Italian diplomat, former Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, and Consul General in Philadelphia He was Head of the Commercial Office at the Embassy in Turkey and worked at the Embassy in Washington As a promoter of synergies between foreign communities and Italy, he has promoted public diplomacy initiatives, for which he received the biennial Global Philadelphia Award from Temple University in 2016 and an Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from the American University of Rome in 2022 He is the co-editor of "The Italian Legacy in Washington, D C : Architecture, Design, Art and Culture", published by Skira in 2007, editor of "The Italian Legacy in the Dominican Republic: History, Architecture, Economy and Society" , published in Italian and Spanish editions by Allemandi in 2021 and in the American edition by St Joseph's University Press, also in 2021, and co-editor of "The Italian Legacy in Philadelphia: History, Culture, People and Ideas" , published in the Italian edition by Treccani in 2023 and in the American edition by Temple University Press in 2021 He holds a degree in Economics from Bocconi University, a law degree from the University of Parma, and a Master of Laws (LL M ) from the University of Pennsylvania Law School
Reviews
Jeffery T. Morris, Journal of Global South Studies, University Press of Florida, Volume 39, No. 2, 2022, pp. 440-441.
“[...] It was therefore both fortunate and gratifying to encounter a book that expansively covers the centuries-long relationship between the people of two nations, Italy and the Dominican Republic, which has enriched both countries. [...] Andrea Canepari brings together in one large volume an impressive number of contributions from individuals of wide-ranging backgrounds, expertise, and experience, who collectively tell a fascinating story of the long and multifaceted relationship between Italians and Dominicans For those who are interested in Italian-Dominican relations, Italian and Dominican history, or in general how relationships between nations enrich not just national cultures but the human experience broadly, Andrea Canepari's The Italian Legacy in the Dominican Republic is a useful, edifying, and entertaining contribution to the literature on cross-national and global relations. The editor and all the many contributors are to be applauded for producing this informative and enjoyable book.”
Vittorio Cappelli, Giornale di Storia Contemporanea, XXVI, n.s., 2, 2022, pp. 183-184.
“This powerful volume presents several points of interest, the first of which lies in the fact that it is not the result of an academic project, but, as rarely happens, of an institutional initiative born in a diplomatic setting The curator of the research, which involved more than forty scholars, is Andrea Canepari, who arrived as Italy’s ambassador to Santo Domingo in 2017 He aimed to address the concerns of one of the most important Dominican intellectuals: Marcio Veloz Maggiolo [...]. Another point of interest in this third volume published by Canepari concerns the inclusion of the Dominican migratory case within those ‘other Americas’ that were previously overlooked or even ignored in studies on the history of the great transoceanic migration from Italy in the 19th and early 20th centuries The vast Caribbean basin, with its two large islands (Cuba and Hispaniola, of which the Dominican Republic is a significant part), the Central American isthmus (from Panama to Guatemala), and the South American countries bordering the Caribbean (Venezuela and Colombia), instead show the pervasiveness of Italian migrations, with the formation of small communities that often left significant and sometimes surprising marks on the history of these countries. [...]”
Francesca Puliga, Altreitalie, International Journal of Studies on Italian Migrations, Volume No. 63, 2021, pp. 142-144.
“[ ] Ambassador Andrea Canepari's decision to sponsor and curate the creation of this volume [ ] represents [ ] a particularly commendable initiative, capable of filling a gap, especially because it does not merely aim to celebrate but seeks to thoroughly analyze the contributions made by Italians to the life of this country The elegant and valuable graphic design of the publication is matched by a remarkable richness of content The work which involved historians, but also diplomats, clergy members, economists, jurists, and distinguished members of the Italo-Dominican civil society has resulted in an immersive piece, offering a multifaceted and comprehensive overview of the centuries-long experience of Italian immigrants in a nation to which they have given much and from which they have received much, as evidenced by all the meticulous studies that make up the book [ ]”
Ginetta Candelario, Smith College, Italian Quarterly, LIX, 231/234, 2022, pp. 179-181.
“[ ] Overall, the texts provide compelling evidence not only of a lasting but also significant Italian presence and legacy, which have contributed to key historical moments and nation-building projects From Columbus' expeditions, to the colonial administration of his son Diego, and the construction of the first permanent European colonial settlement in the Americas, Santo Domingo, to the central role of the Catholic clergy in the ecclesiastical and political history of Santo Domingo up until the 20th century, as seen in the case of Archbishop Ricardo Pittini during Trujillo's dictatorship; from the pivotal role of Italian architects and engineers in the design and construction of iconic buildings like the National Cathedral and the National Palace (Presidential Residence), to the complex but undeniable contributions of Dominicans of Italian descent, such as the Vicini family and Punta Cana developer Frank Ranieri, to the national economy, this book highlights the truly substantial contributions that Italians and their descendants have made to Dominican history, politics, economy, and society Indeed, through its celebratory and laudatory tone, the book succeeds in Canepari's aim to inspire a sense of ethnic pride in those who share this ItaloDominican heritage [ ]”
Aaron Coy Moulton, The Latin Americanist, The University of North Carolina Press, Volume 66, No. 3, 2022, pp. 350-351.
“[...] The Italian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Canepari brings together a diverse array of contributors who each provide a few pages into various aspects of the history and culture between the two nations and its people. Including notable academic experts such as Mu-Kien Adriana Sang Ben and Michael Hall alongside remarks from Dominican and Italian politicians and officials, the volume could certainly entertain guests and visitors for a few minutes thanks to its colorful photos, assortment of topics and personalities, and very readable entries. [...]”
John Starosta Galante, Hispanic American Historical Review, Duke University Press, Volume 103, No. 3, 2023, pp. 538–540.
“[...] It is quite common for historians of Italian migrations in the Americas to lament even when writing about Argentina, Brazil, and the United States the lack of research on Italian communities in the Caribbean, Central America, and the Andes. Moreover, not enough work has been done on the connections linking the pre-unification participation of people from the Italian peninsula and nearby islands (Neapolitans, Venetians, and others) in Atlantic systems with the mass Italian migration after the Risorgimento of the 1860s. The Italian Legacy in the Dominican Republic helps to highlight these gaps. [...] In this book, as in Italian national history and the histories of other Italian communities abroad, the places (and the people from these places) that became part of modern Italy are incorporated into historical narratives that stretch back to ancient Rome. Whatever their original kingdoms, duchies, or republics may have been, these earlier migrants certainly paved a transatlantic path for post-unification Italians to follow. [...]”
“[The volume] helps shed light [...] on a largely overlooked aspect of Italian emigration. Historiographical studies of that region, which Vittorio Cappelli has called the 'other Americas' [...], have rarely ventured beyond Bolivia, Colombia, Guatemala, Venezuela, and the much more studied Brazil [...]. The work coordinated by Canepari begins to fill the gap regarding the Dominican Republic.”
Bellunesi nel Mondo, Year LIX - No. 7, 2024, pp. 16-17.
“[ ] This powerful volume showcases, through the writings of scholars, intellectuals, politicians [...], economists, artists, and others, the strong presence and influence of our country in the distant Caribbean Republic. It particularly highlights important figures in various fields (ranging from state organization, to the Church, to art, economy, literature, and law) who have made Italy's influence felt since the very beginning of the nation's formation. Many held prestigious positions within the state's civil and military apparatus. Great emphasis is placed on ecclesiastical figures, starting with Alessandro Geraldini (1455-1524), the first bishop of Santo Domingo, and his successors The excellent relations between the two countries are consistently underscored, thanks to significant figures from institutions, the economy, and culture. The editorial quality and photographic documentation are particularly noteworthy This book uncovers a piece of Italy overseas ”
Néstor E. Rodríguez, Italian Canadiana, Volume 38, No. 1, 2024, pp. 94–96.
“Beyond its undeniable value in shedding light on Italian immigration to the Dominican Republic, Andrea Canepari's book highlights a much broader scope The book portrays crucial aspects of the history of Dominican capitalism, which began to consolidate at the end of the 19th century thanks to the entrepreneurial skills of key figures from the Italian community. Although Canepari emphasizes a socio-economic historical framework, the book also reveals a deep focus on cultural history. This attention to cultural aspects makes most of its forty-seven chapters enlightening, and at times, surprising for scholars of Italian and Dominican studies The comprehensive essay by Frank Moya-Pons, which opens the collection, is the best example of this textual alchemy, offering an account of the Italian presence in the Dominican Republic since the 15th century Moya-Pons mentions Columbus as the "discoverer" of the Caribbean, but also includes figures like the Centurión brothers and the Milanese merchant Girolamo Benzoni, who documented the atrocities of the Conquest of the Americas [ ]”
Olimpia Niglio, University of Pavia, forthcoming.
“[...] The volume [...] allows for an analysis and understanding of the essence of Italian creativity and culture as it has manifested in various sectors, building important bridges between Italy and the Dominican Republic where Italian immigration has contributed to creating opportunities for development and international dialogue. [...] The five sections, dedicated to history, architecture, literature and art, economics and science, as well as journalism, law, and social studies, trace the key stages of the interaction between the Dominican Republic and Italian culture, which has been expressed across many fields and has given rise to an invaluable heritage now preserved and valued by the local community. The volume has uncovered an incredible wealth of previously unknown legacies, whose roots extend from the explorations of Christopher Columbus, through the great migration of the 19th and 20th centuries, and up to the present day [ ]”
Rivista Marittima, June 2024.
“[...] This prestigious publication [...] finally allows for coverage of a part of national and international history that has been too long underemphasized It provides an in-depth exploration conducted by a broad group of researchers and experts, enabling both scholars and the "merely" curious to trace the history and integration experience of Italian immigrant communities in the Dominican Republic After a thorough historical reconstruction of the birth and development of the Italian community locally, and an analysis of the history of the Dominican Republic and its relations with Italy, the essays in the volume curated by Canepari present the influence left by Italian immigrants, whose descendants still play a significant role in the country’s development. The book not only details the more visible artifacts left in Santo Domingo by Italians and their descendants but also dedicates significant space to the effects of the ItaloDominican cultural fusion through literature, economics, and other public activities. Italian heritage is alive not only through artistic and economiccommercial works but also through journalism, forensic activities, and other meritorious contributions within Dominican society. [...]”
Articles - Extracts
José Rafael Lantigua, “Diario Libre” newspaper, August 13, 2021, p. 30.
“[ ] Reading this monumental work, one comes to realize that the presence of Italian surnames in our country is significant, and that, collectively, these Italian migrants and their descendants have earned a well-deserved prestige as co-founders of Dominican development. The fields in which those who once left Liguria, Calabria, Tuscany, or Piedmont to settle in this land, leaving behind the offerings of their labor and a long legacy, have contributed to improving and solidifying the foundations of our economy, culture, gastronomy, and faith And not only in Santo Domingo but also in other provinces where their influence has been notable [ ] It is astounding what this exiled population has achieved during the decades of their settlement in our land Their names enrich every furrow, and in many cases, they have opened windows to lay the foundations for great accomplishments that are today celebrated as part of the essence of our cultural and heritage identity. [...]”
Luis Beiro, “Listín Diario” newspaper, July 11, 2021.
“[...] Anyone who flips through the pages of this work will sense the foundational presence of its curator. Despite his high responsibilities in leading his country’s diplomacy in Santo Domingo, the curator did not stop until he saw a project printed that he was able to build with love, faith, and professionalism. He brought together valuable writers, historical photos, and documents related to the development of relations between the two peoples [ ]”
José Rafael Sosa, “El Nacional” newspaper, August 12, 2021, p. 12.
“[The volume] is without a doubt the most important book on art, architecture, history, and economics, now presented as the product of the vision and hard work of the Italian ambassador to the country, Andrea Canepari, a promoter of the bond between his homeland and the Dominican Republic, with an immense ability to bring together cultural figures, in addition to his activities connecting the economic sectors of both countries The book, published with high artistic editorial standards, is a gem that takes the reader on a journey to explore the expressions of Italian culture embedded in Dominican life [ ]”
Donatella Alfonso, “La Repubblica” newspaper, June 4, 2021, p. 11.
“Christopher Columbus is not the only figure keeping the bond between Genoa and Santo Domingo alive. [...] Over the span of more than five centuries, connections stretched across continents have never been lacking. And it is through precise and meticulous work that the book The Italian Legacy in the Dominican Republic: History, Architecture, Economy, and Society, edited for Allemandi by Andrea Canepari, retraces and reconnects these ties [ ] A long, rich narrative with numerous contributions from scholars and institutional representatives (45 from the Dominican side alone, including the President of the Republic, Luis Abinader) [ ] A journey through names and stories, with prominent figures of Italo-Dominican heritage as key references, such as the Genoese merchant Giovanni Battista Cambiaso, founder of the Dominican navy and considered a national hero of the Central American nation, or the Pellerano family, originally from Santa Margherita Ligure, who founded the island's first daily newspaper around 150 years ago, and today owns the widely read Diario Libre [ ]”
“Hoy” newspaper, April 14, 2021.
“[...] Italians, together with their Dominican friends, have written fundamental pages in the history of the Dominican Republic and, in some cases, world history. At the same time, Italians have been present at all the key moments in the creation of the Dominican state, from the Navy to national independence and the Catholic Church, from education to the economy, from the first free elections to the first newspaper, from architecture - if we think of symbolic monuments of the Dominican Republic [ ] - to art and cinema, music and literature, agriculture and commerce This series of events highlights the common thread of the important role played by prominent Italians and contextualizes the significance of the various Italian contributions to the development of the Dominican Republic. Today, the ties between the two nations continue to strengthen, with many Italians, now rooted in the country for generations, continuing to contribute to its development [ ]”
“Diario Libre” newspaper, April 15, 2021, p. 23.
“[...] This bibliographic work [...] highlights the contribution that Italy has made to the history of the Dominican Republic and how figures such as Juan Bautista Cambiaso, Bishop Alessandro Geraldini, Christopher Columbus, Father Fantino Falco, Amadeo Barletta, and Rafael Ciferri, among other prominent Italians, have left, along with their Dominican friends, an indelible mark on national history [ ]”
Book launch events
Panel:
Accademia Ligure di Scienze e Lettere
In collaboration with the Embassy of Italy in Santo Domingo and the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in Italy
June 4, 2021, Milan, Italy
Giovanni Toti, President of the Italian Region of Liguria
Marco Bucci, Mayor of the Italian City of Genoa
Milton Ray Guevara, President of the Constitutional Court of the Dominican Republic
Victor Bisono Haza, Minister of Industry and Commerce of the Dominican Republic
Vincenzo Lorenzelli, President of “Accademia Ligure di Scienze e Lettere”
Andrea Canepari, Ambassador of Italy to the Dominican Republic
Tony Raful, Ambassador of the Dominican Republic to Italy
Gabriella Airaldi, Professor Emeritus at the University of Genoa and Academic Mu-Kien Adriana Sang Ben, Dominican Professor and Historian Pierangelo Campodonico, Director of the “Galata Museo del Mare” in Genoa Celso Marranzini, President of the Dominican-Italian Chamber of Commerce
Luigi Attanasio, President of the Chamber of Commerce of Genoa
Fabio Capocaccia, President of the International Center for Studies on Italian Emigration
Andrea Canepari, Ambassador of Italy to the Dominican Republic
Antonio José Guerra, Director of the Engineering Laboratory and member of the Academic Committee at the Pedro Henríquez Ureña National University in Santo Domingo Raymundo Gonzáles, Historian
Alongside Dominicans, several distinguished Italian figures have played a pivotal role in shaping the history of the Dominican Republic, contributing to the establishment and growth of the relationship between Italy and the Dominican Republic The stories of these individuals are presented in this volume and have also been the focus of a series of video narratives created in both Italian and Spanish. These videos can be found on the YouTube channel @ciaosantodomingo9949
11 Luis Abinader, President of the Dominican Republic
PREFACE
13 Rev Joseph F Chorpenning, O S F S , S T L , Ph D , Editorial Director, SJU Press
14 Acknowledgments
PRELIMINARY REMARKS
17 Luigi Di Maio, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy
18 Carmen Heredia de Guerrero, Minister of Culture of the Dominican Republic
20 Dario Franceschini, Minister of Cultural Heritage and Activities of Italy
21 Carolina Mejía, Mayor of the National District of Santo Domingo
22 Luca Sabbatucci, Director General for Global Affairs and International Cooperation
23 José Chez Checo, President of the Dominican Academy of History
24 Antonella Cavallari, Secretary General of the IILA (International Italo-Latin American Organization)
INTRODUCTION
27 Andrea Canepari, Ambassador of Italy to the Dominican Republic HISTORY
GENERAL SUBJECTS
41 The Italian Presence in Santo Domingo, 1492-1900, Frank Moya Pons
51 Italian Immigration to Santo Domingo and to the Southern and the Eastern Regions of the Dominican Republic, Antonio J Guerra Sánchez
73 The Italian Presence in the Cibao Region, and in Santiago de los Caballeros, 19th and 20th centuries, Edwin Espinal Hernández
COLUMBUS AND THE SIXTEENTH CENTURY
101 Christopher Columbus: A Man Between Two Worlds, Gabriella Airaldi
ECCLESIASTICAL HISTORY
109 Alessandro Geraldini vs Rodrigo de Figueroa: The Dominican Church, the Encomenderos, the Issue of the Indigenous People, Edoardo D’Angelo
117 From the Mediterranean to the Atlantic The Itinerarium ad regiones sub Equinoctiali plaga constitutes by Alessandro Geraldini of Amelia, Edoardo D’Angelo and Rosa Manfredonia
127 Homily Given to Commemorate the Quincetennial of the Arrival of the First Resident Bishop of Santo Domingo, Monsignor Alessandro Geraldini Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor (First Cathedral of the Americas), September 12, 2019, Monsignor Francisco Ozoria Acosta
131 Italian Clergy and the Catholic Church: Biographical Summaries, José Luis Sáez, S J
137 Ricardo Pittini: Roman Catholic Archbishop of Santo Domingo (1935-1961), Michael R Hall
POLITICAL HISTORY
143 Duarte and Mazzini, Emilio Rodríguez Demorizi
145 Juan Bautista Cambiaso (1820-1886), Founder of the Dominican Navy and First Admiral of the Republic, Juan Daniel Balcácer
155 Francisco Gregorio Billini, President and Author, Roberto Cassá
163 Diplomatic Relations between Italy and the Dominican Republic
163 PART ONE: Notes for a Chronology: 1844-2017, Mu-Kien Adriana Sang Ben
173 PART TWO: Diplomatic Relations in the Present: 2017-2020, Andrea Canepari
201 Contemporary Italian-Dominican Relations, Michael Kryzanek
209 Juan Bautista («Chicho») Vicini Burgos, Bernardo Vega
211 The Provisional Government of Juan Bautista Vicini, Alejandro Paulino Ramos
213 Amadeo Barletta, Bernardo Vega
217 Antonio Imbert Barrera Rescued: Italian Families Serving the Nation, Antonio J. Guerra Sánchez
221 The Choice of Freedom: Ilio Capozzi and the 1965 April Revolution, Giancarlo Summa
227 Origins of the Strong Relations between Italy and the Dominican Republic (Testimonial), Víctor Manuel Grimaldi Céspedes
ARCHITECTURE
COLONIAL ARCHITECTURE
235 Portò Firenze al Nuovo Mondo: The Viceregal Palace of Diego Columbus in Santo Domingo (1511-1512), Julia A Vicioso
239 The Walls of Santo Domingo and Documentation of the Construction Projects by the Antonelli Family, Sandro Parrinello
251 The Funerary Monument to Alessandro Geraldini at the Cathedral of Santo Domingo, Virginia Flores Sasso
259 The Italian Influences on the Cathedral Primada de América, Esteban Prieto Vicioso
MODERN ARCHITECTURE
267 The Italian Engineer Guido D’Alessandro Lombardi and the Construction of the Dominican National Palace, Emilio José Brea García
283 The Dome of the Dominican National Palace and Guido D’Alessandro Lombardi, Jesús D’Alessandro
291 The Italian Training of Modern Dominican Architects, 1950-2019, Gustavo Luis Moré
305 Altos de Chavón: A Mediterranean Village Nestled in the Caribbean, Alba Mizoocky Mota López
311 The Influence of the Porto Rotondo Marina on the Casa de Campo Marina, La Romana, Diego Fernández Mena
LITERATURE AND THE ARTS
317 Marcio Veloz Maggiolo: A Writer of Italian Descent at the Very Heart, Danilo Manera
325 Italy and Literature (Testimonial), Manuel Salvador Gautier
329 Italy’s Influence on Dominican Art, Jeannette Miller
341 Italian Sculptors in the Dominican Republic, Myrna Guerrero Villalona
359 The Italian Legacy in Dominican Music and Culture, Blanca Delgado Malagón
375 The Dominican Audiovisual Approach to the Italian Film Experience, Félix Manuel Lora
ECONOMICS AND SCIENCE
381 Italian Investment in the Modern Dominican Economy, Arturo Martínez Moya
397 The Dominican-Italian Chamber of Commerce, Celso Marranzini
403 Science and Environmental Protection in Agricultural Development: Dr. Raffaele Ciferri’s Contributions in the Dominican Republic, Raymundo González
429 The Italian Contribution to Mining Development in the Dominican Republic, Renzo Seravalle
433 Frank Rainieri Marranzini: Creator of Dreams, Mu-Kien Adriana Sang Ben
JOURNALISM, LAW AND SOCIETY
453 Italian Journalists, Antonio Lluberes, S J
463 Chief Justice Milton Ray Guevara on Italy's Contributions to Dominican Constitutional Law (Summary of remarks by the Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court of the Dominican Republic at a conference held on October 25, 2018), Wenceslao Vega Boyrie
467 Angiolino Vicini Trabucco (1880-1960) - An Immigrant Who Never Forgot His Homeland (Testimonial), Federico Guillermo Rodríguez Vicini
473 A Brief History of the Casa de Italia, Inc in Santo Domingo, Renzo Seravalle e Rolando Forestieri
481 The Bonarelli Family The Flavors of Italy in the Dominican Republic, Mu-Kien Adriana Sang Ben
487 Considerations on the Relationship between the Dominican Republic and Italy (Testimonial), Víctor (Ito) Bisonó Haza
491 Foreign and Commercial Policy of the Dominican Republic in the Context of Covid-19 (Excerpt of remarks by His Excellency Roberto Alvarez, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic, at a conference held on September 22, 2020), Roberto Álvarez
497 THE AUTHORS
513 INDEXES OF NAMES AND PLACES
Italiani nella Repubblica Dominicana.
Storie e avventure di vecchi amici.
Edited by Andrea Canepari. Screenplay by Beppe Ramello. Illustrations by Bruno Olivieri. Allemandi, 2021.
Spanish Edition
Italianos en la República Dominicana. Historias y aventuras de viejos amigos. Edited by Andrea Canepari. Screenplay by Beppe Ramello. Illustrations by Bruno Olivieri. Allemandi, 2021
About the book
This illustrated book narrates the story of a beautiful and enduring friendship: the one between Italians and Dominicans. Italians have been present in the Dominican Republic for many years and have contributed to numerous significant moments in the country’s history. Their influence can be seen in the construction of the Primatial Cathedral of the Americas, the establishment of the first newspaper, advancements in scientific research, and various stages of economic development aimed at improving living conditions and overall well-being. They were also instrumental in founding the Salesian Schools and establishing successful enterprises that generated wealth, particularly in the tourism sector. In 2020, the 200th anniversary of the birth of Juan Bautista Cambiaso was celebrated. A Genoese merchant, he was the founder of the Dominican Navy, a national hero, and Italy's Consul a remarkable example of this friendship, among many others that you will discover in the captivating pages of this book.
Digital Volume available on ISSUU (free access)
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Articles, Interviews and Social Posts
Articles and Editorials
Italo-Latin American International Organization, newsletter June-July 2021, No. 51:
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Dominican Republic, August 9, 2021: https://mirex gob do/canciller-roberto-alvarez-impone-condecoracion-a-embajador-deitalia-en-el-pais/
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Diario Libre, April 15, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajadaitalia/embajada-de-italia-presenta-el-legado-italiano-en-rd-GB25603476
Roberto Cavada, April 14, 2021: https://robertocavada com/sociales/2021/04/14/laembajada-de-italia-presenta-el-libro-el-legado-italiano-en-republica-dominicana/ Factor de Exito, April 14, 2021: https://chile revistafactordeexito com/posts/7948/la-embajada-de-italia-presenta-el-libroel-legado-italiano-en-republica-dominicana
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Diario Libre, Brand Stories, April 19, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajada-italia/el-legado-de-la-comunidaditaliana-en-la-identidad-de-la-republica-dominicana-LD25629460
Diario Libre, April 19, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajadaitalia/italianos-en-rd-una-comunidad-que-ha-sido-esencial-en-la-vida-del-paisBC25638933
Diario Libre, April 19, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajadaitalia/intercambio-y-dialogo-cultural-entre-italia-y-la-republica-dominicana-DJ25680542
Diario Libre, April 20, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajadaitalia/aportes-de-italia-al-derecho-constitucional-por-milton-ray-guevara-DD25737756
Diario Libre, April 23, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajadaitalia/consideraciones-sobre-la-relacion-entre-rd-e-italia-por-ito-bisono-JJ25798625
Diario Libre, April 26, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajada-italia/elpalacio-virreinal-de-diego-colon-en-santo-domingo-1511-1512-DJ25861147
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Diario Libre, May 2, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/actualidad/el-gobiernoprovisional-de-juan-bautista-vicini-burgos-1922-1924-BH25992276
Diario Libre, May 5, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajadaitalia/segunda-parte-el-presente-de-las-relaciones-diplomaticas-2017-2020-por-andreacanepari-embajador-de-italia-en-santo-domingo-EF26018095
Diario Libre, May 6, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajadaitalia/amadeo-barletta-el-caballero-del-trabajo-1894-1975-BA26049091
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Diario Libre, May 11, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajada-italia/lapresencia-italiana-en-la-republica-dominicana-region-del-cibao-BN26097464
Diario Libre, May 14, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajadaitalia/aportes-del-doctor-raffaele-ciferri-en-el-desarrollo-agrario-de-la-republicadominicana-DH26216243
Diario Libre, May 17, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajada-italia/alrescate-de-don-antonio-imbert-barrera-familias-italianas-al-servicio-de-la-nacionLB26274249
Diario Libre, May 17, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajadaitalia/escultores-italianos-en-la-republica-dominicana-por-myrna-guerrero-villalonadirectora-del-museo-bellapart-de-santo-domingo-DH26302643
Dominican-Italian Chamber of Commerce: https://camaraitaliana com do/capitalitaliano-en-la-economia-moderna-de-la-republica-dominicana/ Acento, Jose Rafael Sosa, August 10, 2021: https://acento com do/cultura/cronica-deautores-legado-italiano-8973845 html
El Dia, August 10, 2021: https://eldia com do/embajador-andrea-canepari-recibe-honoresde-la-camara-de-comercio-dominico-italiana/
El Nacional, August 10, 2021: https://elnacional com do/rinden-homenaje-a-embajadorde-italia/
El Nuevo Diario, August 10, 2021: https://elnuevodiario com do/diputados-reconocen-alembajador-italiano-saliente-por-aportes-a-relaciones-bilaterales/
El Dinero, August 10, 2021: https://eldinero com do/169906/embajador-andrea-caneparirecibe-honores-de-la-camara-de-comercio-dominico-italiana/
Diario Libre, August 10, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/estilos/sociales/camara-decomercio-dominico-italiana-reconoce-al-embajador-andrea-canepari-GN28076473
N Digital, August 10, 2021: https://n com do/2021/08/10/diputados-del-grupoparlamentario-de-amistad-dominico-italiano-reconocen-en-su-despedida-al-embajadorandrea-canepari/
Diario Libre, August 12, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/opinion/lecturas/italia-en-laetnia-y-la-historia-dominicana-PK28119475
Diario Libre, April 19, 2021: https://www diariolibre com/especiales/embajadaitalia/embajada-de-italia-presenta-el-legado-italiano-en-rd-GB25603476
Italo-Latin American International Organization: https://iila org/es/presentacion-dellibro-el-legado-italiano-en-republica-dominicana-a-cargo-de-andrea-canepari-21-dejunio-de-2021/
"Event Highlights: The Italian Legacy in the Dominican Republic | Latin American Studies": https://www bu edu/las/2021/11/20/event-highlights-the-italian-legacy-in-thedominican-republic/
Listin Diario, Italian fashion turned into art, Rosyni Alcántara, September 13, 2018: https://listindiario com/la-vida/2018/09/13/532899/la-moda-italiana-convertida-enarte html
Hoy, article “Tribute to Andrea Canepari; He was recognized by the CCDI and friends in the DR: Farewell”: https://hoy com do/homenaje-a-andrea-canepari-fue-reconocidopor-la-ccdi-y-amigos-en-rd-despedida/
Giornale Diplomatico, “Santo Domingo, Act of Recognition for Amb Canepari": https://www giornalediplomatico it/santo-domingo-atto-di-riconoscimento-per-ambcanepari htm
"Italian diplomat and author, Andrea Canepari, to be honored at The American University of Rome's Commencement Exercises on May 26th": https://aur edu/news/italian-diplomat-and-author-andrea-canepari-be-honoredamerican-university-rome’s-commencement
"The Caribbean of Art. Italy-Dominican Republic: here are the celebrations of a historical bond.": https://artslife com/2019/10/06/italia-repubblica-dominicanacelebrazioni-per-un-legame-storico/
Meridiani, A piece of the Caribbean that speaks Italian: https://www dropbox com/scl/fi/ohlit7seirsxqbshhatzl/004 005 Edit 2 RepDom t pdf? rlkey=1wn5c1g9m0f50gju6d8cijwrn&st=4s1130ld&dl=0
Articles - Exhibition “The Italian Presence in Santo Domingo from the mid XIX century”, Galata Museum, Genova (12.11-5.12, 2021)
The Italian Presence in Santo Domingo from the mid-XIX Century to the Present.: https://www museidigenova it/it/la-presenza-italiana-santo-domingo-dalla-metadellottocento-ad-oggi
Inauguration of the exhibition 'The Italian Presence in Santo Domingo from the Mid XIX Century to the Present.'": https://www migrer org/news-edeventi/eventi/inaugurazione-della-mostra-la-presenza-italiana-a-santo-domingo-dallameta-dellottocento-a-oggi/
Il Secolo XIX, Genoa: at Muma, an exhibition on the emigration of Italians to Santo Domingo: https://www ilsecoloxix it/genova/2021/11/11/news/genova-italiani-a-santodomingo-al-muma-una-mostra-sull-emigrazione-1 40909671
#AspettandoilMei, Exhibition, Galata Sea Museum: https://smart comune genova it/comunicati-stampa-articoli/aspettandoilmei-unamostra-al-galata-museo-del-mare
Genova 24, “At Galata Museum, an exhibition on the Italian presence in Santo Domingo from the mid-1800s to the present ": https://www genova24 it/2021/11/al-galatauna-mostra-sulla-presenza-italiana-a-santo-domingo-dalla-meta-dell800-a-oggi-283185/
The Italian Presence in Santo Domingo from the Mid-Nineteenth Century to the Present: http://www arte it/calendario-arte/genova/mostra-la-presenza-italiana-a-santodomingo-dalla-metà-dell-ottocento-a-oggi-81603
Events in Liguria, November 11, 2021: https://www primocanale it/archivio-news/238330gli-appuntamenti-in-liguria-di-gioved-11-novembre html
ItaliachiamaItalia: A Photographic Exhibition on the Historical Bond Between Italy and the Dominican Republic: https://www italiachiamaitalia it/una-mostra-fotografica-sullegame-storico-tra-italia-e-repubblica-dominicana/
Fatti Nostri, On June 2nd, in Santo Domingo with the virtual tour of the exhibition 'The Italian Heritage in the Dominican Republic: History, Architecture, Economy, and Society'": https://www fattinostri it/il-2-giugno-a-santo-domingo-con-il-tour-virtualedella-mostra-leredita-italiana-nella-repubblica-dominicana-storia-architetturaeconomia-e-societa/
Interviews
Diario Libre, “Italy and the Dominican Republic share a great common history", Adalberto de la Rosa, June 18, 2018: https://www diariolibre com/actualidad/italia-yrepublica-dominicana-tienen-una-gran-historia-en-comun-JC10034926
“Recognition and Farewell of Ambassador Andrea Canepari”: https://www youtube com/watch?v=myjUD5vmC1U
Interview Amb Canepari on “Camino al Sol”: https://www youtube com/watch? v=IImABrgEaqk
ItaliachiamaItalia.it, Amb. Canepari: "Looking at the Dominican Republic through the lenses of Italian identity": https://www italiachiamaitalia it/lintervista-lambasciatorecanepari-guardare-la-repubblica-dominicana-con-le-lenti-dellitalianita/
Social Posts
First Local Youth Conference on Climate Change in the Dominican Republic: https://www instagram com/p/CTpT2QhrICP/
Floral Offering in Commemoration of the Founder of the Dominican Navy, Italian Admiral Juan Bautista Cambiaso: https://www instagram com/p/CTpQsjurudD/ Ciao Santo Domingo: https://www instagram com/p/CTnPYCGp3QZ/
The Italian Legacy in the Dominican Republic: https://www instagram com/p/CTnLLgMJWy-/
The Italian Legacy in the Dominican Republic: https://www instagram com/p/CTnKcJTp1HU/
Mr. Chancellor Roberto Álvarez bestowed the Decoration of the Order of Merit of Duarte, Sánchez, and Mella: https://www instagram com/p/CTkHTwHnFYL/
Ambassador A Canepari at the Celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the Birth of the Italian Juan Bautista Cambiaso: https://www instagram com/p/CTfcDYBJWan/ Launch of the New Italian-Dominican Chamber of Commerce, October 2019: https://www instagram com/p/CTUzyHuLBM9/
Commemorating the memory of the Italian Admiral Juan Bautista Cambiaso, founder of the Dominican Navy: https://www instagram com/p/BmwB KcBHfy/
June 6th 2018, at the launch of the initiative for the celebrations of the 120 years of diplomatic relations between Italy and the Dominican Republic: https://www instagram com/p/BlviohNB9VH/
A Canepari’s speech at the Pennsylvania House of Representatives: https://www instagram com/p/BUefZeqAhej/
A. Canepari’s speech at the Pennsylvania House of Representatives: https://www instagram com/p/BIATxgzDKFo/
Temple university rewarded Consul General of Italy in Philadelphia, Hon. Andrea Canepari, with 2016 Global Philadelphia Award for his commitment to create cultural, academic and economic bridges between Italy and the city of Philadelphia: https://www instagram com/p/BT zor7g9fS/
