Posted by Meri-Tuuli on September 12, 2005, at 5:39:58
In reply to Re: Poll - 52% think Katrina relief not handled well, posted by Meri-Tuuli on September 12, 2005, at 5:23:36
Sorry, the example I used was from Florence, not Venice. There's not much detail on it on the web, but I found this quote:
'During the catastrophic floods of November 4, 1966, when the Arno River rose with extreme rapidity to 5.2 meters above its normal level, many precious works of art were damaged or destroyed. The people of Florence pitched in selflessly, aided by countless helpers from all over the country, to save whatever could be saved.'
They were called the 'Angles of Mud' and there is statue etc in their honour.
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