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Como’s Pantero Pantera and other Admirable Admirals
Como’s Pantero Pantera and other Admirable Admirals. With one of Como’s historical naval commanders called Pantero Pantera and the other Pliny the Elder the attraction of an alliterative title to this article was irresistible. Continue reading
Posted in History, Lake, People, Uncategorized
Tagged blevio, Classis Comensis, Colico, Forts, galleazza, galleys, lapento, marine school, Miseno, naval warfare, pantero pantera, papal navy, pliny, roman navy, Vesuvius
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Como’s Famous Daughters: Giuditta Pasta
Como’s Famous Daughters: Giuditta Pasta – for International Women’s Day, a reminder of Como’s Diva with an international reputation! Continue reading
Posted in Art, Culture, History, Lake, Music, People, Places of interest, Uncategorized
Tagged bellini, blevio, Cinque Giornate, Como, donizetti, famous women, giuditta pasta, Moltrasio, norma, Opera, teatro alla scala, Teatro Sociale
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