“Who was Carlo Borsani” you ask. This plaque tells a story. A story of a complex man. A soldier. A journalist. A poet. This plaque commemorates Carlo Borsani. He was a significant figure in the Italian Social Republic. He was born in Legnano in 1917. His father was a socialist worker. Carlo fought in Greece. He was badly wounded. He even lost his sight. He received a gold medal for military valor. Despite his injuries he returned to his studies. He even became a newspaper editor. He edited La Repubblica Fascista. He advocated for reconciliation among Italians. He believed in peace between fascists and antifascists. This was during a very difficult time. This was during World War II. His views weren’t popular with everyone. He was accused of being a ‘false fascist’. He was even fired from his job. In April 1945 he refused to flee Milan. He sought refuge at an eye clinic. He was captured. He was summarily executed in Piazzale Susa. His body was even dragged through the streets. It was a tragic end. A very tragic end for a man who sought peace. His story is a complicated one. It’s a reminder of the difficult choices people face during war. It’s a reminder of the cost of war. A reminder of the enduring power of hope. The enduring power of hope for reconciliation even amid conflict. Stand here. Reflect on Carlo Borsani’s life. Reflect on his legacy. What do you think about the life of Carlo Borsani?
Nuovo Cimitero di Cologno Monzese
“A timeless sanctuary,” the old woman whispered, her gaze fixed on the rows of marble within Nuovo Cimitero di Cologno