Italian-Americans in Rhode Island (Images of America) - Softcover

Muratore, Joseph R

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0738549320 ISBN 13: 9780738549323

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC), 1999

Synopsis

From humble immigrant beginnings, the Italian-American community in Rhode Island grew to become a significant factor in the state's development.

In government, business, religion, and civic affairs, Italian-Americans contributed a great deal to the development of their communities in the Ocean State. This marvelous new photographic history seeks to recognize those contributors and spotlight their achievements. Covering the period from 1884 to 1996, this volume showcases images from the author's personal archives, and the collections of local families, the Providence Public Library, and the Coalition of Italian Organizations. Major Italian-American figures in the state's history are illustrated, and detailed captions offer family histories--including information about the family's hometown in Italy--and brief summaries of the individual's achievements. This accessible and colorful presentation will appeal to many who wish to remember the contributions of their ancestors.

About this title

About the Author

Author Joseph R. Muratore is a well-known Italian-American resident of Rhode Island who has written numerous articles for local papers. His lifelong commitment to genealogical research and the collection of historical artifacts has provided a tremendous service to the Italian-American community, and many will treasure this remarkable new work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0738549320
• ISBN 13: 9780738549323
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128