Jun 02, 2022
Italy Republic Day 2022
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Today’s Doodle celebrates Italy Republic Day, or Festa della Repubblica! On this day in 1946, after the end of World War II and the fall of fascism, the people of Italy voted to end the 85-year monarchy which birthed the Republic of Italy and ushered in a new age of freedom.
As a result of this referendum, all male descendants of Italy’s former ruling family, the House of Savoy, were deposed and sent into exile. The family was allowed to return back to Italy in 2002, on the condition that they renounce the throne.
Just like the one waving in today’s Doodle, Italian flags are displayed throughout the streets, towns and cities of Italy. The biggest celebration takes place in Rome, where a large military parade takes place. The Italian president also lays a laurel wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, under the Altare della Patria, to remember the fallen soldiers and missing Italians of the war.
Additional national events include the public opening of the Quirinale Palace Gardens, free of charge, and the famous flyover by the Frecce Tricolori, the aerobatic demonstration team of the Italian Air Force.
Happy Republic Day, Italy!
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