![]() “Columbus was a history man, was a discoverer,” Amato said, “and we are very proud to celebrate Christopher Columbus, not only today, but for many years to come. Amato Berardi of the Parliament of the Republic of Italy said that it’s not right what they’re doing against Columbus. Many others at the parade also defended the explorer. “Really, the contributions that Italian-Americans have made to this country,” he said, “and that’s what we celebrate today.” Jamie Gigantiello explains, the day isn’t just about Columbus, it’s also Italian-American Heritage Month. The major celebration of the day takes place in New York City, where a huge parade is held. Observance Also known as Discoverers’ Day or Pioneers’ Day. 1971 President Richard Nixon declared it a federal public holiday on the 2nd Mon. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Bill de Blasio also walked the parade route. 1937 President Franklin Roosevelt proclaimed every Oct. The parade, which included over 100 groups, celebrated Christopher Columbuss 1492. President Joe Biden also proclaimed it was also Indigenous Peoples’ Day this year, a popular replacement holiday for Columbus Day. in New York Citys Columbus Day Parade on Monday, October 13, 2014. With more than 35,000 people who are participating in the Columbus Day Parade in New York City each year, the crowds get to see over 130 groups, with live bands, balloons, people dressed like their hero Christopher Columbus and much more. Many refuse to celebrate it and condemn Columbus for crimes against Native Americans. The Columbus Day Parade has been organized by the Columbus Citizens Foundation in New York since 1929. And if the faith can’t bring us together, what can? The faith in the one true God.”Ĭolumbus Day has been at the center of controversy for years. Italian-Americans and people from all cultures came together to celebrate the day.Ĭardinal Timothy Dolan told Currents News, “I mean, he’s the one who brought the faith to the new world. ![]() The tradition was a welcome sight after it was forced to go virtual last year due to COVID-19. It’s a long-standing tradition with this year being the 77 th annual parade. He certainly was an Italian.”īishop DiMarzio and Cardinal Timothy Dolan from the Archdiocese of New York greeted the participants and parade-goers. He’s somebody that Italian-Americans can be proud of. “It’s Columbus Day, a day where we remember the exploits of a great explorer and also our Italian heritage at the same time because we are very proud of him. “It’s a special day,” explained Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio of the Diocese of Brooklyn. Patrick’s Cathedral in Manhattan and outside, Italian-American pride was being celebrated on Fifth Ave. ![]()
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