Around the Web: Sud e Civiltà — La Meravigliosa Storia di Uno Stemma Che Vorrebbero Farci Dimenticare

About Sud e Civiltà: Nella luce della Tradizione, il riscatto del Sud. Mai più vittimismo, mai più rassegnazione, riprendiamoci insieme il nostro destino.

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Around the Web — Italian American Podcast Episode 247: Southern Italians in the American Civil War with Special Guest Peter Belmonte

For many Italian Americans, the American Civil War, a seminal chapter in the history of the United States, can often feel like a chapter detached from their own American experience. Since the massive wave of Italian Immigration to the United States between 1870 and 1920, the brilliant thread of the Italian American experience has been indelibly woven into the tapestry of American history, but even the most passionate student of Italian American history might be unaware of the Italian presence in the war that redefined the United States.

While many pages have been dedicated to the “Garibaldi Guard” and the contingent of Northern Italian soldiers who came to defend the Union, the legacy of Southern Italians on both sides of the conflict between the states has, until now, been almost completely forgotten by time.

In a return visit to our show, historian Peter L. Belmonte shares his continuing research on these Southern Italian soldiers and sailors who served in Army, Navy, and Marine Corps -- in both the Union and the Confederacy -- from front-line soldiers to musicians, cooks, and even a barber or two who were said to have given President Abraham Lincoln a shave.

Peter describes how he painstakingly researched military records, having compiled a listing of hundreds of Southern Italians who served during the Civil War, examining the occupations followed by these men and their roles in the conflict. He’ll share incredible stories of individual men that he has discovered, and how his efforts have helped him to reunite these stories with many of the soldiers' modern-day descendants.

Join us for a fascinating look at a truly undiscovered chapter of Italian American, and American, history in this week’s episode!

Listen to IAP Episode 247: Southern Italians in the American Civil War with Special Guest Peter Belmonte

Around the Web — IAP 222: More Than Just Antoinette’s Sister: Queen Maria Carolina of the Two Sicilies with Author Diana Giovinazzo

Queen Maria Carolina of the Kingdom of Two Sicilies was one of the most fascinating, impactful and, unfortunately, forgotten women in the long story of Southern Italy. Thanks to the work of this week’s guest, Her Royal Highness is about to reclaim her rightful place in history!

Diana Giovinazzo is the author of Antoinette’s Sister, which tells the story of Queen Maria Carolina, the Queen Consort of Naples and Sicily as the wife of King Ferdinand I of the Two Sicilies. This strong-willed Austrian princess took little time in making herself into the de facto ruler of her husband’s kingdoms, and over her nearly 50 years as Queen left a legacy so important, that it might actually be part of what led our ancestors to the United States!

The sister of the ill-fated Marie Antoinette, Maria Carolina’s story has never quite drawn the attention of her tragic sister yet, as we will discuss, her impact can still be seen today in the glorious Reggio di Caserta and the vast array of art and culture that she helped bring to the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies before she was sent into exile by the French.

Diana reveals Maria Carolina’s story and shares why her legacy should be known by anyone interested in Italian history. We also discuss how Diana approaches historical fiction, what inspires her about the often overlooked Italian women at the center of her stories, and how writing for historical figures can be approached without imposing 21st century values.

It’s a revealing look at a fascinating woman who is finally getting her due!

Listen to podcast: IAP 222: More Than Just Antoinette’s Sister: Queen Maria Carolina of the Two Sicilies with Author Diana Giovinazzo

Around the Web — IAP 171: The King Who Would be a Saint: Francesco II, King of the Two Sicilies, with Special Guest Lou Mendola

On December 11, 2020, Cardinal Crescenzio Sepe, the outgoing Archbishop of Naples, Italy, announced that he was opening a case on the beatification of King Francesco II of the Two Sicilies. If approved, the Vatican will begin an investigation into the “heroic virtues” of the King, which is the first step towards canonization; His Majesty will then be proclaimed a Servant of God and join his mother, Blessed Maria Cristina of Savoy (1812-1836), on the path to sainthood.

The last monarch of an ancient kingdom, which was for 730 years the independent nation of Southern Italy and the Island of Sicily, Francesco II is not well-known to most people, outside of a small circle. Continue reading

Listen to podcast: IAP 171: The King Who Would be a Saint: Francesco II, King of the Two Sicilies, with Special Guest Lou Mendola

Around the Web: The Neapolitan Nativity Scene - Il Presepe Napoletano with Francesca Costantini

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Around the Web: Untold Italy Episode #047: Basilicata — Ancient Southern Region of Tradition and History

Reprinted from Untold Italy

Almost hidden among its better known neighbors – Campania, Puglia and Calabria – Basilicata is a small region of Italy finally getting its moment in the sun. Best known for Matera, the cave city, the region’s diverse terrain means you can be sunning yourself on the beach one day and exploring hilltop towns the next. Our guest Karen Haid explored the region researching her and book Basilicata: Authentic Italy and joins us to share what she learnt.

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Around the Web — Blessed Charles of Austria: Emperor-Father-Saint with Charles Coulombe

From the Dr. Taylor Marshall YouTube channel

The inheritor of a tradition of Catholic monarchy dating back to the Roman Empire, Bl. Charles struggled to update it sufficiently to survive in the modern world. A brave soldier coming to the throne during a war whose start he had no part in, he risked everything to bring the bloody conflict to an end. Betrayed on all sides by allies, enemies, and subjects, his deep devotion to the Blessed Sacrament, the Sacred Heart, and the Virgin Mary helped him to avoid hating those who wronged him. Devoted to his wife and children, Charles succeeded, with the help of his loving Empress, in leading a good Catholic family life despite everything. In a life filled with signs and miracles before and after his death, Bl. Charles managed to combine a life of deep piety with an intense practicality. After his death, his wife and children continued his work—her cause for beatification is now being considered.

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Around the Web: Historian Charles A. Coulombe Made the Rounds 4th of July Weekend to Discuss Columbus, Independence Day and Much More

Sensus Fidelium Podcast — Smashing Columbus with Brother Andre and Charles Coulombe

The Meaning of Catholic Podcast — America’s First Civil War with Charles Coulombe

Off the Menu Podcast — Episode 145: The Decoration of Independence

Around the Web: Vendée Radio — Mr. Luis Infante Interview: Carlism

Mr. Luis Infante is political secretary of S.A.R. Don Sixto Enrique de Borbón and a prominent figure in the Comunión Tradicionalista (contemporary Carlist movement). In this interview he introduces the great Carlist counter-revolutionary movement specifically to anglophone listeners. He explains its main tenets, the reasons for its longevity and it's past and current defense of Spain and the Catholic city.

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Around the Web: Historian Charles A. Coulombe Discusses Blessed Karl, A Saint for Our Times

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Around the Web: Karen Haid, Author of "Calabria The Other Italy" Featured on "Untold Italy" Podcast

Let’s take a trip to the deep south of Italy. To the toe of the boot where not so many visitors to Italy venture. Such a shame. Calabria is the southern most region on Italy’s mainland and it has a fascinating and ancient past, incredible beaches and beautiful mountains to explore. Guest Karen Haid lived in the region for several years and wrote a book Calabria: The Other Italy about her time there. She joins Untold Italy to share her insider knowledge.

Listen to Episode #024: Getting to Know Calabria the Other Italy

Around the Web: Author Jacqueline Alio Discusses Italian Unification on Siciclando

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Around the Web: “At The The Table With Tony" Livestream Show Ep. 19: Saint Angelo of Licata - A Saint that Ended a Plague

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Around the Web: Historian Charles A. Coulombe Discusses Faith, Culture & Monarchy on Komanov Mulc

Watch podcast: Kulturni boj (the cultural struggle) - USA a monarchy and formlessness of Mad Men - guest Charles A. Coulombe