I am pleased to note that several hundred ItalianAmerican organizations are hosting public events precisely at 1 p.m. to highlight Italian culture. These events range from holding a reenactment of the singing of the "Salve Regina" aboard the Santa Maria in downtown Columbus. OH. to sponsoring a conference entitled. "Columbus People: 500 Years of Italian Immigration to the Americas and Australia." in Staten Island. NY. There is tremendous pride among our Nations 15 million ItalianAmericans on this day that begins the final month of the Columbus Quincentenary. The ItalianAmerican community has long been inspired by Christopher Columbus. the man and the symbol of courage. determination. and achievement. With commemorations dating back to 1866. ItalianAmericans have honored Columbus and thousands of immigrants who embodied his spirit in their journey to the New World. The renowned Columbus scholar Paolo Emilio Taviani of Italy wrote. "The Columbus discovery was of greater magnitude than any other discovery or invention in human history." It is this legacy that we salute today. It should also be noted that "ItalianAmerican Heritage and Culture Day" occurs on the eve of another important national celebration involving ItalianAmericans.
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