Resignation of Arnaldo Frolani
Resigns after top officials are linked to the "P2" masonic lodge
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
1981 in Italy
Explore 6 historical events and records for Italy in 1981.
Historical records for Italy in 1981
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May
June
Prime Minister of Italy
Appointed Prime Minister of Italy
November
Genscher-Colombo Initiative
Co-authors the German-Italian initiative calling for progress toward European Union.
Genscher-Colombo Initiative
Heads the Italian government as the Genscher-Colombo initiative proposes stronger European political cooperation.
Other events (month unknown)
Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith
Appointed Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith by John Paul II
Strega Prize for Rose
Eco received Italy's Strega Prize for The Name of the Rose.
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