Several philatelic issues have been authorized by the Council of Ministers today, proposed by the Minister of Business and Made in Italy, Adolfo Urso. These issues include commemorative and celebratory postal stamps for the year 2024, reflecting notable figures in Italian history. Recipients of these stamps range from historical figures like Saint Thomas Aquinas and Guglielmo Marconi to more recent personalities like Silvio Berlusconi and Giuseppe Tatarella.
The stamp program commemorates the anniversaries of various individuals’ births and deaths, with famous names like Giacomo Puccini, Eleonora Duse, and Giovanni Gentile receiving recognition. In addition to political figures, the stamps also honor individuals like Marsilio Ficino, a Renaissance philosopher, and Sante Zennaro, a hero who intervened in a kidnapping incident in the 1950s.
The stamps also highlight significant events and milestones in Italian history, such as the first law on patents, the Italian presidency of the G7, and the voyage of the Amerigo Vespucci and Marco Polo ships. The issuing of these stamps aims to draw attention to the diverse range of contributions made by these figures and events to Italy’s cultural heritage.
Some lesser-known figures, like Alberto Manzi and Carlo Melograni, are also recognized for their contributions to education and architecture, respectively. The stamp program seeks to shed light on these individuals who have played important roles in shaping Italy’s past and present.
The announcement of a stamp dedicated to former President Silvio Berlusconi, to be issued one year after his death, has been met with appreciation from political figures within Forza Italia. This decision aims to honor Berlusconi’s multifaceted impact on Italian society as an entrepreneur, sportsman, political leader, and statesman. Through these commemorative stamps, the Council of Ministers seeks to preserve and celebrate Italy’s rich cultural and historical legacy.