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The Noble Roots of Italian Families

In this engaging conversation, Bob Sorrentino and Rita Campolongo delve into the fascinating world of genealogy, exploring their Italian roots and the stories of their ancestors. They discuss the motivations behind family migration, the impact of DNA testing on connecting with relatives, and the role of social media in modern genealogy research. Rita shares her journey of uncovering noble ancestry and the complexities of family histories, while also reflecting on the importance of understanding one’s heritage. The conversation highlights the emotional connections that come from exploring family history and the significance of traveling to ancestral hometowns.

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Unraveling Italian-American Heritage

We’re thrilled to have Mike Canzoniero, author of ‘Papa’s Story, America Through the Eyes of a Brave Italian Immigrant’ and ‘The Evil Eye, The Pure Heart’, with us, who will take us on a fabulous journey back in time. Hang on tight as Mike unfolds his family’s riveting saga, stretching from, Italy to San Francisco in 1890, revealing the undying spirit of his ancestors and their battles with adversity, including a heart-wrenching loss to the

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Origins of Italian Names

I have seen a lot of posts with people asking about the Origins of Italian names.  There’s a lot of information and articles on the web.  I’ll sum it up and attach some links so that they are easy to find. First Names Like most European countries, Italian names consist of a First Name ( nome ) and last name ( cognome ).  In ancient Rome, they used three names a given name, a gentile

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Prince Marino Francesco Caracciolo My 8th Great Grandfather

CARACCIOLO , Francesco Marino . – Son of Marino, Prince of Avellino, and of Francesca d’Avalos, was born posthumously 29 Jan. 1631. Universal heir of the titles and assets of his father, who in his will had not failed to direct him practical suggestions to achieve prestige and success, was held by proxy by the Infanta of Spain, Mary, Queen of Hungary, who shortly before his birth he had enjoyed the hospitality of the princess of Avellino. The C. was placed

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