UNESCO Nubian Appeal
Veronese launches an international appeal to save monuments threatened by the rising reservoir.
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1960 in Italy
Explore 13 historical events and records for Italy in 1960.
Historical records for Italy in 1960
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March
International Nubian Preservation Appeal Issued
UNESCO launched an international appeal to safeguard ancient Nubian sites threatened by the new reservoir.
June
Independence of Italy
Italian Somaliland declares independence from Italian-administration
Independence of Somalia
Italian Somaliland declares independence from Italian-administration
Other events (month unknown)
1960 Italian Double
Features in Juventus's successful 1959-60 season as the side wins both Serie A and the Coppa Italia, demonstrating its strength across domestic competitions.
International Action Committee Meets
The International Action Committee met in Paris to organise multinational work on the threatened monuments of Nubia.
Nubia Consultative Committee Meets
A consultative committee for the rescue campaign met in Cairo to advance coordination of urgent archaeological operations.
Nubian Rescue Campaign Launched
UNESCO issued its international appeal to save Nubian monuments and coordinated studies for the rescue of threatened sites.
Palme dOr
Directs, La Dolce Vita
Petrìs Supports Fiorentina's Cup-Final Campaign
Gianfranco Petrìs contributes creative attacking play as Fiorentina continue to compete for national trophies.
Prime Minister of Italy
Appointed Prime Minister of Italy, 3rd term
Tour de France
Winner of the Tour de France
UNESCO Rescue Programme Extension
UNESCO's General Conference authorised continuation and expansion of the international effort to safeguard Nubian monuments.
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