by Giacomo Sproccati

As the color guard walks in carrying the majestic Italian, American, and Californian flags, the audience who attended the "Celebrate Italy Event" bonded in a moment of silence in commemoration of their shared cultures across generations, creating a shared sense of community.

Following this, is the beautiful performance of both the Italian and the American national anthems by Elisabetta Russo, a soprano from Calabria. The 2015 annual Columbus Day celebration, hosted by the chair of the event, the Commendatore Frank J. De Santis, was an opportunity to recognize the distinguished figures within the Italian American community and their efforts in preserving their heritage over generations.

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Fonte: L'italo-Americano