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St. Rocco



Figure: Valenzano 33

Vlaenzano 33
Picture submitted by Tommaso Parisi.   Martinelli's Photographic Studio, Valenzano.

Marconi Square. People are lined up to view fireworks at the end of St. Rocco's procession in early afternoon, Aug 16, 1960. The Saint is present among the crowd, in the center.


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Figure: Valenzano 46

Valenzano 26
Picture submitted by Tommaso Parisi.   Martinelli's Photographic Studio, Valenzano.

St. Rocco's altar special setting for the Patron Saint celebrations, 1950. Every year for three days, August 15, 16, and 17, the town dresses up and celebrates S. Rocco, the Patron Saint of the town.


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Figure: Valenzano 31

Valenzano 31
Picture submitted by Tommaso Parisi.   Martinelli's Photographic Studio, Valenzano.

St. Rocco celebration, 1880. The roots of this celebration probably go back to the eighteenth century when the town, afflicted by plagues, turned to rever St. Rocco who was known for his life work in assisting and comforting pestilence afflicted communities.


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