European Monetary System Launch
Heads the Italian government when the European Monetary System begins operating.
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1979 in Italy
Explore 10 historical events and records for Italy in 1979.
Historical records for Italy in 1979
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March
European Monetary System Launch
Serves as foreign minister as Italy participates in the new European Monetary System.
May
Treaty of Accession
Andreotti signs for Italy as head of government during the Athens accession ceremony.
Treaty of Accession
Battaglia signs for Italy as an under-secretary responsible for foreign affairs.
Treaty of Accession
Plaja represents Italy's permanent mission and signs the treaty admitting Greece to the Communities.
June
First Direct European Elections
Heads the government when Italian voters take part in the first direct elections to the European Parliament.
Other events (month unknown)
Giordano Claims Italian Scoring Crown
Bruno Giordano finishes the 1978–79 Serie A campaign with 19 goals and takes the Capocannoniere prize for Lazio.
Giordano Wins Serie A Scoring Prize
Bruno Giordano topped Serie A's scoring chart with 19 goals while leading Lazio's attack.
The Role of the Reader
Eco published The Role of the Reader, essays examining interpretation and textual cooperation.
Trial
John Paul II orders an inquiry into the Church's treatment of Galileo
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