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1959 in Italy

Explore 3 historical events and records for Italy in 1959.

Historical records for Italy in 1959

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Art and Beauty Medieval Study

Eco, Umberto · Arts / Literature

Eco contributed a study of medieval aesthetics to a collaborative history of aesthetic thought.

Nubian Heritage Assistance Prepared

Veronese, Vittorino · Paris · Director General of UNESCO · Arts / Cultural Heritage

UNESCO prepared an international response after Egypt and Sudan requested help protecting Nubian archaeological sites endangered by a new reservoir.

Nubian Rescue Appeal Authorised

Veronese, Vittorino · Aswan Dam · Director General of UNESCO · Arts / Cultural Heritage

UNESCO's Executive Board endorsed international cooperation for Nubian preservation and authorised preparatory studies for urgent rescue work.

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