Gaetano Cozzi
Italian historian and academic expert

Born
September 15th, 1922
102 years ago
Died
2001
24 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Italy
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This Italian historian and academic specialized in modern and contemporary history. Focused on the period of the Italian Renaissance and its impact on subsequent European history. Contributed significantly to the study of Italian historiography and the interpretation of historical events. Held a prominent academic position at the University of Venice, shaping future historians through teaching and mentorship. Authored several important texts that analyzed Italy's political and cultural evolution.
Authored extensive works on Italian history
Served as a professor at the University of Venice
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