Thomas M. Foglietta
American diplomat, Ambassador to Italy
Born
December 3rd, 1928
96 years ago
Died
November 13th, 2004
20 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the United States Ambassador to Italy from 1993 to 1997. Held the position of a Philadelphia city councilman prior to his ambassadorship. Taught at the University of Pennsylvania and continued involvement in various community and educational initiatives.
Served as United States Ambassador to Italy from 1993 to 1997
Served on the Philadelphia City Council
Taught at the University of Pennsylvania
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