Giuseppe Garibaldi

Giuseppe Garibaldi (July 4, 1807 – June 2, 1882) was an Italian patriot and soldier of the Risorgimento. He personally led many of the military campaigns that brought about the formation of a unified Italy. He was called the "Hero of the Two Worlds," in tribute to his military adventures in South America and Europe.

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July 4 - 1807 - June 2 - 1882 - Italian - Risorgimento - South America - Europe

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He was born in 1807 Nice, France (then French Empire). Garibaldi's family was involved in coastal trade, and he was reared to a life on the sea. He was certified in 1832 as a merchant marine captain.

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Nice, France - French Empire - 1832

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