Tuesday, October 9, 2012

The George Washington Of Italy


Often called "The George Washington of Italy," Giuseppe Garibaldi fought for the independence of no less than three countries: Italy, Uruguay and Brazil.  Somehow in the midst of all this, he found time to be Grand Commander of the Supreme Council, 33° AASR, in Italy as well as Grand Master of Italy.  In the US, he was affiliated with Tompkins Lodge 471 in Stapleton, NY.