For a Jewish perspective on Edgardo's situation, see "The Outrageous Mortara Case."

Famous adopted people - scroll down (1/3 of the page) to Mortara.

For a Catholic perspective on Edgardo's situation, see Apologia Pro Pio Nono (scroll down 10%).

MORE GREAT PICTURES

Plan of Rome, 1220-1340, which lays out St. Peter's, the Pantheon (look in the center) and other landmarks.

1555 engraving of St. Peter's depicting the basilica under construction, before the dome was finished. Note what a gathering place the church was even then.

Rome's famous Piazza di Spagna with the Spanish Steps.

Bologna is known for the warm red of its buildings and for its towers. Follow this link to view the two towers (Due Torri) which symbolize the city.

The splendid monument to Victor Emanuel II, in Rome.

A terrific picture of Moses at San Pietro in Vincoli.

The Pope's private study at the Vatican.

Fantastic view inside St. Peter's Basilica.

Another fantastic look inside St. Peter's.

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