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1980 in Italy

Explore 4 historical events and records for Italy in 1980.

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Historical records for Italy in 1980

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June

12 June 1980

Venice European Council

Cossiga, Francesco · Venice · Prime Minister of Italy · Government / European Economic Community (EEC)

Hosts the European Council as Italy leads discussions on foreign policy, energy and economic cooperation.

13 June 1980

Venice Declaration

Colombo, Emilio · Venice · Foreign Minister of Italy · Government / European Economic Community (EEC)

Supports the Venice Declaration, an important Community statement on the Middle East.

18 June 1980

Clean Sheet Against Belgium

Zoff, Dino · Rome · Goalkeeper · Sport / Football

Keeps a clean sheet for Italy in the goalless European Championship group match with Belgium.

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1980

The Name of the Rose

Eco, Umberto · Arts / Literature

Eco published his first novel, The Name of the Rose, blending a medieval mystery with philosophical inquiry.

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