1. Prince Vittorio Emanuele, Son Of Italy’s Last King, Passes Away At 86
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Prince Vittorio Emanuele of Savoy Passes Away at 86
Prince Vittorio Emanuele of Savoy, the son of Italy’s final king and a member of a dynasty discredited for collaborating with fascism, has sadly passed away at the age of 86. His lawyer, Sergio Orlandi, confirmed the news to AFP, stating that the prince died on Saturday in Switzerland.
The Italian media reported a statement from the Savoy royal family, announcing that Prince Vittorio Emanuele “passed away peacefully in Geneva surrounded by his family.”
Born on February 12, 1937, in the southern city of Naples, Vittorio Emanuele was the head of a royal family that had reigned over a unified Italy from 1861 to 1945. He was the son of Italy’s final king, Umberto II, who briefly occupied the throne in 1946.
At the young age of nine, Prince Vittorio Emanuele was forced to leave Italy, along with all male descendants of the royal family, due to the 1946 constitution. This banishment was a consequence of his grandfather King Vittorio Emanuele III’s collaboration with Benito Mussolini’s fascist regime and its racial laws.
However, after the Italian parliament voted to revoke the exile measures, Vittorio Emanuele returned to Italy in December 2002. He made a solemn pledge of loyalty to the republic, a pledge that he had previously refused to make for a long time.
While the cause of his death remains undisclosed, we remember Prince Vittorio Emanuele for his complex family history and the challenges he faced throughout his life. His return to Italy after decades of exile marked a significant moment in his personal journey and the country’s history.
The passing of Prince Vittorio Emanuele leaves a void in the royal family and the nation. His contributions, both positive and controversial, will be remembered and debated for years to come.
Remembering the Savoy Royal Family
The House of Savoy has a rich and intricate history that intertwines with Italy’s past. The family’s reign over a unified Italy lasted from 1861 until the end of World War II in 1945.
However, their legacy is not without controversy. King Vittorio Emanuele III’s collaboration with Mussolini’s fascist regime has stained the family’s reputation. The racial laws implemented during this period further compounded the criticism and led to the banishment of male descendants from Italy.
Prince Vittorio Emanuele’s return to Italy in 2002 marked a significant turning point. It symbolized a reconciliation between the family and the Italian republic. It also allowed the prince to reconnect with his roots and be a part of Italy’s present, despite the dark shadows of the past.
A Legacy Remembered
Prince Vittorio Emanuele’s passing signifies the end of an era. It is a moment for reflection on the complexities of history and the impact that individuals and families can have on the course of a nation.
While his life was marked by challenges and controversies, it is important to remember that Prince Vittorio Emanuele was a human being who experienced joys and sorrows, just like anyone else. His passing leaves behind a family mourning the loss of a loved one and a nation reflecting on its past.
As we bid farewell to Prince Vittorio Emanuele, let us acknowledge the complexities of his life and legacy. May he rest in peace.
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