Gaetano Bresci

Italian anarchist assassin of royalty

Gaetano Bresci - Italian anarchist assassin of royalty
Born

November 11th, 1869
155 years ago

Died

May 22nd, 1901
124 years ago — 31 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Italy

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An Italian anarchist assassinated King Umberto I of Italy in 1900. Emigrating to the United States, Bresci became involved in anarchist movements. In a quest against monarchy and oppression, he viewed the assassination as a means to inspire radical change. Bresci was arrested immediately following the act and subsequently sentenced to life imprisonment. He died under unclear circumstances in prison in 1901.

Assassinated King Umberto I of Italy in 1900

Emigrated to the United States

Participated in anarchist activities

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