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Piersanti Mattarella
Italian politician (1935–1980) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Piersanti Mattarella (Italian pronunciation: [ˌpjɛrˈsanti mattaˈrɛlla]; 24 May 1935 – 6 January 1980) was an Italian politician who was assassinated by the Mafia while he held the position of President of the Regional Government of Sicily. A member of Christian Democracy, he was the older brother of Sergio Mattarella, who has been President of Italy since 2015.
Quick Facts 12th President of Sicily, Preceded by ...
Piersanti Mattarella | |
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12th President of Sicily | |
In office 20 March 1978 – 6 January 1980 | |
Preceded by | Angelo Bonfiglio |
Succeeded by | Mario D'Acquisto |
Personal details | |
Born | (1935-05-24)24 May 1935 Castellammare del Golfo, Sicily, Kingdom of Italy |
Died | 6 January 1980(1980-01-06) (aged 44) Palermo, Sicily, Italy |
Manner of death | Assassination |
Political party | Christian Democracy |
Spouse | Irma Chiazzese[1] |
Children | Maria, Bernardo |
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Relatives | Sergio Mattarella (brother) Laura Mattarella (niece) |
Alma mater | University of Palermo |
Profession | Politician |
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