Plaza of the Americas in Summer
6/16/2024
In summertime, Plaza of the Americas is beautifully landscaped, and the whole area is in rich, col...
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430 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
The Balbo Column in Chicago, Illinois, is a historical monument commemorating General Italo Balbo's trans-Atlantic flight to the city in 1933. Erected by the Italian government in front of the Italian pavilion for the 1933 Chicago World's Fair, this column was sourced from the ruins of a Roman temple in Ostia and stands as the sole remaining structure from the fair in its original location.
Inscribed in both Italian and English, the base of the column highlights its historical significance, linking it to the fascist regime of Mussolini. The Balbo Column symbolizes the daring spirit of the Atlantic Squadron led by Balbo, serving as a memorial to this audacious aviation feat during a pivotal era in history.
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Honoring the builder of modern Mexico
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