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Ten Good Reasons to visit our website

Legg inn av [email protected] » 3. november 2007 kl. 16.52

There are many good reasons for anyone interested in Southern Italian
History and Culture to visit the website of American Institute of
Southern Italian Studies at researchitaly.us.
Here are just some of them.

10. New information added almost daily.
9. An ever-growing Encyclopedia on Southern Italy.
8. A Chronology of Italian History with an emphasis on Southern Italy.
7. A Dictionary of Southern Italian Dialects (Languages, Tongues,
Vernaculars).
6. Information drawn from reliable source materials.
5. An opportunity to help support a worthwhile cultural project
(Donations and constructive comments are always welcome).
4. Impartiality (at least we try to be).
3. Not a Touristy site (No recommendation lists of hotels or
restaurants).
2. Constant editing, updating, and correcting with new and better
information as it becomes available.

And the Number One reason to visit our site:
WE ARE NOT WIKIPEDIA.

Come by to see for yourself at researchitaly.us.

Robert S. Rizzolo

Mike Setaro

Re: Ten Good Reasons to visit our website

Legg inn av Mike Setaro » 28. november 2007 kl. 16.27

Robert

I visited your website and I was impressed with all the useless information.
I live in Caserta, Italy and my family came from Maddaloni. Maddaloni was
around during the bronze age and before. There are many ancient sites in
the vicinity and new ones are being discovered almost every day.

I did notice that you offer research into family history etc. I remember
years ago when this site was setup to help Italians from all over to find
relatives and do some family research. I helped many families by assisting
them to find where in Italy they can write and obtain family documents, like
birth records, marriage records and death records. I never ask for any
monetary fees for this assistance. Many of the communes in Italy will
provide these family documents free of charge. Many of us have completed
our own family history research and obtained the proper documents to become
dual citizens of both the US and Italy. If you are indeed obtaining
documents from agencies in Italy, why do you ask for a fee, when these
documents can be sent to any individual who requests them free of any
charge. Of course sometimes a commune will ask for a few dollars to pay for
stamps and the use of their copy machine, but from what I see on your
website you are ask for much more than what honest people provide free.

I have not visited this website for a few years now and I was just seeing if
it was still around. Now that I know it is, I will start visiting more
often to see how I can help anyone asking for assistance in doing their
family research.

Mike Setaro
Caserta, Italy



<[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...

There are many good reasons for anyone interested in Southern Italian
History and Culture to visit the website of American Institute of
Southern Italian Studies at researchitaly.us.
Here are just some of them.

10. New information added almost daily.
9. An ever-growing Encyclopedia on Southern Italy.
8. A Chronology of Italian History with an emphasis on Southern Italy.
7. A Dictionary of Southern Italian Dialects (Languages, Tongues,
Vernaculars).
6. Information drawn from reliable source materials.
5. An opportunity to help support a worthwhile cultural project
(Donations and constructive comments are always welcome).
4. Impartiality (at least we try to be).
3. Not a Touristy site (No recommendation lists of hotels or
restaurants).
2. Constant editing, updating, and correcting with new and better
information as it becomes available.

And the Number One reason to visit our site:
WE ARE NOT WIKIPEDIA.

Come by to see for yourself at researchitaly.us.

Robert S. Rizzolo

[email protected]

Re: Ten Good Reasons to visit our website

Legg inn av [email protected] » 28. november 2007 kl. 19.41

On Nov 28, 7:27 am, "Mike Setaro" <[email protected]> wrote:
Robert

I visited your website and I was impressed with all the useless information.
I live in Caserta, Italy and my family came from Maddaloni. Maddaloni was
around during the bronze age and before. There are many ancient sites in
the vicinity and new ones are being discovered almost every day.

I did notice that you offer research into family history etc. I remember
years ago when this site was setup to help Italians from all over to find
relatives and do some family research. I helped many families by assisting
them to find where in Italy they can write and obtain family documents, like
birth records, marriage records and death records. I never ask for any
monetary fees for this assistance. Many of the communes in Italy will
provide these family documents free of charge. Many of us have completed
our own family history research and obtained the proper documents to become
dual citizens of both the US and Italy. If you are indeed obtaining
documents from agencies in Italy, why do you ask for a fee, when these
documents can be sent to any individual who requests them free of any
charge. Of course sometimes a commune will ask for a few dollars to pay for
stamps and the use of their copy machine, but from what I see on your
website you are ask for much more than what honest people provide free.

I have not visited this website for a few years now and I was just seeing if
it was still around. Now that I know it is, I will start visiting more
often to see how I can help anyone asking for assistance in doing their
family research.

Mike Setaro
Caserta, Italy

[email protected]> wrote in message

news:[email protected]...





There are many good reasons for anyone interested in Southern Italian
History and Culture to visit the website of American Institute of
Southern Italian Studies at researchitaly.us.
Here are just some of them.

10. New information added almost daily.
9. An ever-growing Encyclopedia on Southern Italy.
8. A Chronology of Italian History with an emphasis on Southern Italy.
7. A Dictionary of Southern Italian Dialects (Languages, Tongues,
Vernaculars).
6. Information drawn from reliable source materials.
5. An opportunity to help support a worthwhile cultural project
(Donations and constructive comments are always welcome).
4. Impartiality (at least we try to be).
3. Not a Touristy site (No recommendation lists of hotels or
restaurants).
2. Constant editing, updating, and correcting with new and better
information as it becomes available.

And the Number One reason to visit our site:
WE ARE NOT WIKIPEDIA.

Come by to see for yourself at researchitaly.us.

Robert S. Rizzolo- Hide quoted text -

- Show quoted text -

If my website is full of "useless information" why do I get so many
personal emails from people all over the world thanking me for having
it? A number of teachers have contacted me telling me that they
recommend my site to their students.
As for my research services, I am doing nothing more than what other
people do for a great deal more than what I charge. The majority of my
projects do not even involve Family History. Most of the Family
History research work I do is for information people want to know
about here in the U.S. and there are many documents that are not
provided freely. What I charge does no more than cover my expenses. I
have also done several projects for free for a number of people.
I will continue to provide website full of "useless information" for
as long as I am able since apparently there are many people who do not
view it as such.
Please feel feel to visit my website whenever you wish. I openly
welcome you and everyone else to visit. And understand that I have
created it as a "labor of love" for my southern Italian heritage and
not to get rich.

Robert S. Rizzolo
researchitaly.us

Big L

Re: Ten Good Reasons to visit our website

Legg inn av Big L » 29. november 2007 kl. 21.02

Well said Mike, glad you're still around and keeping an eye on this news
group.

"Mike Setaro" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
Robert

I visited your website and I was impressed with all the useless
information.
I live in Caserta, Italy and my family came from Maddaloni. Maddaloni was
around during the bronze age and before. There are many ancient sites in
the vicinity and new ones are being discovered almost every day.

I did notice that you offer research into family history etc. I remember
years ago when this site was setup to help Italians from all over to find
relatives and do some family research. I helped many families by
assisting
them to find where in Italy they can write and obtain family documents,
like
birth records, marriage records and death records. I never ask for any
monetary fees for this assistance. Many of the communes in Italy will
provide these family documents free of charge. Many of us have completed
our own family history research and obtained the proper documents to
become
dual citizens of both the US and Italy. If you are indeed obtaining
documents from agencies in Italy, why do you ask for a fee, when these
documents can be sent to any individual who requests them free of any
charge. Of course sometimes a commune will ask for a few dollars to pay
for
stamps and the use of their copy machine, but from what I see on your
website you are ask for much more than what honest people provide free.

I have not visited this website for a few years now and I was just seeing
if
it was still around. Now that I know it is, I will start visiting more
often to see how I can help anyone asking for assistance in doing their
family research.

Mike Setaro
Caserta, Italy



[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...


There are many good reasons for anyone interested in Southern Italian
History and Culture to visit the website of American Institute of
Southern Italian Studies at researchitaly.us.
Here are just some of them.

10. New information added almost daily.
9. An ever-growing Encyclopedia on Southern Italy.
8. A Chronology of Italian History with an emphasis on Southern Italy.
7. A Dictionary of Southern Italian Dialects (Languages, Tongues,
Vernaculars).
6. Information drawn from reliable source materials.
5. An opportunity to help support a worthwhile cultural project
(Donations and constructive comments are always welcome).
4. Impartiality (at least we try to be).
3. Not a Touristy site (No recommendation lists of hotels or
restaurants).
2. Constant editing, updating, and correcting with new and better
information as it becomes available.

And the Number One reason to visit our site:
WE ARE NOT WIKIPEDIA.

Come by to see for yourself at researchitaly.us.

Robert S. Rizzolo



Richard Seriani

Re: Ten Good Reasons to visit our website

Legg inn av Richard Seriani » 12. desember 2007 kl. 14.40

"Mike Setaro" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
Robert

I visited your website and I was impressed with all the useless
information.

What you may consider "useless information", others may find quite
interesting.
It is obvious that a bit of time was spent creating the web site and
entering all the information. I found some of it more intersting than other
parts, but it was worth the visit.

I live in Caserta, Italy and my family came from Maddaloni. Maddaloni was
around during the bronze age and before. There are many ancient sites in
the vicinity and new ones are being discovered almost every day.

I'm not sure what that has to do with the original post, though I suppose it
is nice to know.
I did notice that you offer research into family history etc. I remember
years ago when this site was setup to help Italians from all over to find
relatives and do some family research. I helped many families by
assisting them to find where in Italy they can write and obtain family
documents, like birth records, marriage records and death records. I
never ask for any monetary fees for this assistance.

That was very nice of you and I think it is great that you had the knowledge
to do the research and the free time available. Really, I am not trying to
be sarcastic. When we help each other, we all win and, let's face it, not
everyone is able or willing to help with the research.

Many of the communes in Italy will provide these family documents free of
charge.

IF you know who to write to and IF they happen to feel like doing the
research you require. Also assuming that you can communicate you needs and
desires or find someone to translate for you (which many people on COI are
willing to help with).

There have been many posts on COI relating horror stories about trying to
get information from uncooperative civil servants and priests in Italy.
There have also been many success stories. I guess it is great if you are in
the success-story group.

Many of us have completed our own family history research and obtained the
proper documents to become dual citizens of both the US and Italy.

I'm torn on the subject of dual citizenship. While it is an interesting
concept, folks from many countries came to the Unitied States for a better
life for themselves and their offspring. Something they couldn't get in
their home countries. They struggled to learn a new language and to become
citizens of their adopted country. They expected no handouts, worked hard at
menial tasks, saved their money, and made a decent life. They raised their
children to be the fiercest of patriots, many of whom went off to fight
against the very countries their parents came from. Many died, many more
were injured.

So, while I may be able to have dual citizenship, I won't apply for two
reasons:
1) My ancestors gave up too much and worked too hard to make their families
United States citizens. I would consider it disloyal to them.
2) Trying to be loyal to two countries makes one loyal to none.

That said, the United States is a very young country. It may happen that it
goes down the same path as many older countries and people find themselves
in a position of having to leave "for a better life". If I'm still around
when that happens, I may end up in Italy - who knows?

If you are indeed obtaining documents from agencies in Italy, why do you
ask for a fee, when these documents can be sent to any individual who
requests them free of any charge. Of course sometimes a commune will ask
for a few dollars to pay for stamps and the use of their copy machine, but
from what I see on your website you are ask for much more than what honest
people provide free.

To imply that Mr. Rozzolo is dishonest because of his pricing structure is,
in itself, dishonest. Nearly every day we deal with people providing a
service and asking to be paid for it; dry cleaners, butchers, TV repairmen,
mechanics, gardeners, plumbers, etc. All things that a person of normal
intelligence and health COULD do themselves, but chose not to or not to
learn how to. What these people charge is based on their costs and desired
profit margin. Nobody is forced to use their services because other choices
exist. If their prices are truly too high, people will not do business with
them; if too low, they will go bankrupt.
If you have never run a service business, it will be difficult for you to
understand the economics of pricing. If you have run such a business, you
know that services must be adequately charged for or the business won't
survive.

I have not visited this website for a few years now and I was just seeing
if it was still around. Now that I know it is, I will start visiting more
often to see how I can help anyone asking for assistance in doing their
family research.

Thanks. I hope people take you up on your offer and that you are able to

help them. Are your searches limited to a particular region or are you
willing and able to travel?
I'll be in Tuscany in the Spring. Doing genealogy research, because I can.
However, I still may be asking for help in the future, as I have in the
past.

Mike Setaro
Caserta, Italy

Thanks -

Richard
Chesapeake, VA

[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...


There are many good reasons for anyone interested in Southern Italian
History and Culture to visit the website of American Institute of
Southern Italian Studies at researchitaly.us.
Here are just some of them.

10. New information added almost daily.
9. An ever-growing Encyclopedia on Southern Italy.
8. A Chronology of Italian History with an emphasis on Southern Italy.
7. A Dictionary of Southern Italian Dialects (Languages, Tongues,
Vernaculars).
6. Information drawn from reliable source materials.
5. An opportunity to help support a worthwhile cultural project
(Donations and constructive comments are always welcome).
4. Impartiality (at least we try to be).
3. Not a Touristy site (No recommendation lists of hotels or
restaurants).
2. Constant editing, updating, and correcting with new and better
information as it becomes available.

And the Number One reason to visit our site:
WE ARE NOT WIKIPEDIA.

Come by to see for yourself at researchitaly.us.

Robert S. Rizzolo



Mike Setaro

Re: Ten Good Reasons to visit our website

Legg inn av Mike Setaro » 23. desember 2007 kl. 8.35

"So, while I may be able to have dual citizenship, I won't apply for two
reasons:
1) My ancestors gave up too much and worked too hard to make their families
United States citizens. I would consider it disloyal to them.
2) Trying to be loyal to two countries makes one loyal to none."



I don't mind anyone disagreeing with my comments as I do the same to others.
Everyone has an opinion and they have a right to express that opinion. I do
take offense to someone making unfounded asserting concerning dual
citizenship.

In Southern Italy according to the US Consulate Office in Naples, there are
over 7,000 US citizens living in here. For those who are not familiar with
Italy there are many American Communities from the North to the South to
include Sicily and Sardinia. I am a veteran and served 22 years in the
Unites States Air Force. So to attack one's loyalty to the United States of
America is really dumb. Dual citizenship is the culmination of everyones
research into their own heritage and family history.



An Italian passport means I don't have to stand in line with the rest of the
300 plus Americans that land at the airport in Rome waiting to show their
passports before proceeding to the baggage claim. As a citizen of the
European Union I and my wife have instant access into to the member
countries. My wife and I also have access to the Italian Health care system
which is free. Even more so after one turns 65 when all prescriptions are
free of cost. I can travel in any country under the European Union without
any care for medical care. I have a card issued by the Italian government
guaranteeing payment to any other countries medical care should I be injured
and need hospitalization. I can return to America anytime I please by
either commercial airlines or by military Space A flights. I can return to
Italy without obtaining a visa to live here more than 90 days. The first
time my wife and I used our Italian passport to travel in Italy was nice.
However when we showed our Italian passports to the airline representative
at Milan airport to return to America, he ask to see our green card. He
said we needed a green card if we were to stay in American for more than 90
days. That's when we pulled out our US passports.



As an American citizen living in this part of Italy my wife and I are
volunteer with the US military establishment located in Naples, Italy.
Being volunteer's means we do not receive any pay or special benefits. I am
the Director of Retired Activities Office and work under the Commanding
Office Naval Support Activities, Naples, Italy. My wife is the Red Cross
Chairperson for the UN Naval Hospital in Naples, Italy. And we are both
dual citizens.



I provide information to the 300 plus US military retirees in Southern
Italy, which includes Sicily and Sardinia. I assist with pay problems,
survivor benefits program and assisting surviving spouses to report the
deaths of their spouse to the government agencies that handle their pay. To
stop and to start payments.



I am also a Warden for the US Consulate in Naples, Italy. That means I work
closely with the Consulate staff in notifying the US military retirees of
dangers to US citizens that have been identified by the Consulate. I also
work with the Consulate office to register all US citizens to vote. I try
to identify the children of US military retiree to register to vote in the
US. My wife and I work closely with the American Women's Club of Naples.
And yes we are both dual citizens.



Any military retiree from any place in the world can contact me and I will
provide them with whatever information they need concerning Naples, Italy
and the US Naval facility here.



As an added note, neither my wife nor I speak Italian. Okay. I lied a
little, but the point is that we are just like my grandparent when they
arrived in America at the turn of the last century. We are learning but
still not well enough.



To say, "Trying to be loyal to two countries makes one loyal to none", is
really a dumb statement. I am proud to be an American and proud to be an
Italian. Some people even the military retirees think that one has to give
up his or her American citizenship to become an Italian citizen is sadly
mistaken. I was never asked to renounce my American citizenship by anyone.
I am also proud to be helping my fellow military retirees and countrymen and
women in Italy.



My wife and I are but a few of the dual, US and Italian citizens
volunteering to support our troops here and downrange. I can go on and on
about what we and other dual citizens are doing to help our fellow Americans
but that will take up many more pages.



Aviano US Air Force Base supports many US military retirees, Vicenza US
Army base supports many US military retirees.



"Richard Seriani" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
"Mike Setaro" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
Robert

I visited your website and I was impressed with all the useless
information.

What you may consider "useless information", others may find quite
interesting.
It is obvious that a bit of time was spent creating the web site and
entering all the information. I found some of it more intersting than
other parts, but it was worth the visit.

I live in Caserta, Italy and my family came from Maddaloni. Maddaloni
was around during the bronze age and before. There are many ancient
sites in the vicinity and new ones are being discovered almost every day.

I'm not sure what that has to do with the original post, though I suppose
it is nice to know.

I did notice that you offer research into family history etc. I remember
years ago when this site was setup to help Italians from all over to find
relatives and do some family research. I helped many families by
assisting them to find where in Italy they can write and obtain family
documents, like birth records, marriage records and death records. I
never ask for any monetary fees for this assistance.

That was very nice of you and I think it is great that you had the
knowledge to do the research and the free time available. Really, I am not
trying to be sarcastic. When we help each other, we all win and, let's
face it, not everyone is able or willing to help with the research.

Many of the communes in Italy will provide these family documents free of
charge.

IF you know who to write to and IF they happen to feel like doing the
research you require. Also assuming that you can communicate you needs and
desires or find someone to translate for you (which many people on COI are
willing to help with).

There have been many posts on COI relating horror stories about trying to
get information from uncooperative civil servants and priests in Italy.
There have also been many success stories. I guess it is great if you are
in the success-story group.

Many of us have completed our own family history research and obtained
the proper documents to become dual citizens of both the US and Italy.

I'm torn on the subject of dual citizenship. While it is an interesting
concept, folks from many countries came to the Unitied States for a better
life for themselves and their offspring. Something they couldn't get in
their home countries. They struggled to learn a new language and to become
citizens of their adopted country. They expected no handouts, worked hard
at menial tasks, saved their money, and made a decent life. They raised
their children to be the fiercest of patriots, many of whom went off to
fight against the very countries their parents came from. Many died, many
more were injured.

So, while I may be able to have dual citizenship, I won't apply for two
reasons:
1) My ancestors gave up too much and worked too hard to make their
families United States citizens. I would consider it disloyal to them.
2) Trying to be loyal to two countries makes one loyal to none.

That said, the United States is a very young country. It may happen that
it goes down the same path as many older countries and people find
themselves in a position of having to leave "for a better life". If I'm
still around when that happens, I may end up in Italy - who knows?

If you are indeed obtaining documents from agencies in Italy, why do you
ask for a fee, when these documents can be sent to any individual who
requests them free of any charge. Of course sometimes a commune will ask
for a few dollars to pay for stamps and the use of their copy machine,
but from what I see on your website you are ask for much more than what
honest people provide free.

To imply that Mr. Rozzolo is dishonest because of his pricing structure
is, in itself, dishonest. Nearly every day we deal with people providing a
service and asking to be paid for it; dry cleaners, butchers, TV
repairmen, mechanics, gardeners, plumbers, etc. All things that a person
of normal intelligence and health COULD do themselves, but chose not to or
not to learn how to. What these people charge is based on their costs and
desired profit margin. Nobody is forced to use their services because
other choices exist. If their prices are truly too high, people will not
do business with them; if too low, they will go bankrupt.
If you have never run a service business, it will be difficult for you to
understand the economics of pricing. If you have run such a business, you
know that services must be adequately charged for or the business won't
survive.


I have not visited this website for a few years now and I was just seeing
if it was still around. Now that I know it is, I will start visiting
more often to see how I can help anyone asking for assistance in doing
their family research.

Thanks. I hope people take you up on your offer and that you are able to
help them. Are your searches limited to a particular region or are you
willing and able to travel?
I'll be in Tuscany in the Spring. Doing genealogy research, because I can.
However, I still may be asking for help in the future, as I have in the
past.

Mike Setaro
Caserta, Italy

Thanks -
Richard
Chesapeake, VA


[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...


There are many good reasons for anyone interested in Southern Italian
History and Culture to visit the website of American Institute of
Southern Italian Studies at researchitaly.us.
Here are just some of them.

10. New information added almost daily.
9. An ever-growing Encyclopedia on Southern Italy.
8. A Chronology of Italian History with an emphasis on Southern Italy.
7. A Dictionary of Southern Italian Dialects (Languages, Tongues,
Vernaculars).
6. Information drawn from reliable source materials.
5. An opportunity to help support a worthwhile cultural project
(Donations and constructive comments are always welcome).
4. Impartiality (at least we try to be).
3. Not a Touristy site (No recommendation lists of hotels or
restaurants).
2. Constant editing, updating, and correcting with new and better
information as it becomes available.

And the Number One reason to visit our site:
WE ARE NOT WIKIPEDIA.

Come by to see for yourself at researchitaly.us.

Robert S. Rizzolo





Richard Seriani

Re: Ten Good Reasons to visit our website

Legg inn av Richard Seriani » 23. desember 2007 kl. 16.10

"Mike Setaro" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
I don't mind anyone disagreeing with my comments as I do the same to
others. Everyone has an opinion and they have a right to express that
opinion. I do take offense to someone making unfounded asserting
concerning dual citizenship.

What unfounded assertion? My opinion is that pledging allegiance to two
countries is like pledging allegiance to two wives. Works for the
traditional Mormons, but not for me.

In Southern Italy according to the US Consulate Office in Naples, there
are over 7,000 US citizens living in here. For those who are not familiar
with Italy there are many American Communities from the North to the South
to include Sicily and Sardinia. I am a veteran and served 22 years in the
Unites States Air Force. So to attack one's loyalty to the United States
of America is really dumb. Dual citizenship is the culmination of
everyones research into their own heritage and family history.

Congratulations on your Air Force service. I served 20 years in the U.S.

Navy (1966-1986). There was no attack, just an expression of opinion from
nearly 60 years of observation. Loyalty is difficult to share, just ask any
split family. For that matter, read more of the history of individuals put
into positions of deciding loyalty during times of war. On an international
scale, I perceive it to be no easier. Opinions are to be discussed; none are
'dumb'. That word in relation to opinions is an indication of not knowing
how to defend one's own opinion. I understand what you are saying, but I
still disagree. I also don't agree that "Dual citizenship is the culmination
of everyones research into their own heritage and family history.". If that
were true, everyone who as ever researched their family history would be a
dual citizen. Maybe that isn't what you meant to say.

An Italian passport means I don't have to stand in line with the rest of
the 300 plus Americans that land at the airport in Rome waiting to show
their passports before proceeding to the baggage claim. As a citizen of
the European Union I and my wife have instant access into to the member
countries. My wife and I also have access to the Italian Health care
system which is free. Even more so after one turns 65 when all
prescriptions are free of cost. I can travel in any country under the
European Union without any care for medical care. I have a card issued by
the Italian government guaranteeing payment to any other countries medical
care should I be injured and need hospitalization. I can return to
America anytime I please by either commercial airlines or by military
Space A flights. I can return to Italy without obtaining a visa to live
here more than 90 days. The first time my wife and I used our Italian
passport to travel in Italy was nice. However when we showed our Italian
passports to the airline representative at Milan airport to return to
America, he ask to see our green card. He said we needed a green card if
we were to stay in American for more than 90 days. That's when we pulled
out our US passports.

I can see that it is a great convenience to have dual citizenship. Like most

folks, I'm always up for a little less hassle in life. Still, as enticing at
that sounds, it isn't something I am ready for.

As an American citizen living in this part of Italy my wife and I are
volunteer ... <snip
I honestly believe volunteer work is a wonderful gift - to both the

organization and to the volunteer. The feeling of accomplishment can be
great. Keep up the good work.

Any military retiree from any place in the world can contact me and I will
provide them with whatever information they need concerning Naples, Italy
and the US Naval facility here.

While I won't be anywhere near Naples in the Spring (visiting Tuscany, my

ancestral home), it is nice to now have a contact if I need assistance.
As an added note, neither my wife nor I speak Italian. Okay. I lied a
little, but the point is that we are just like my grandparent when they
arrived in America at the turn of the last century. We are learning but
still not well enough.

Good luck with the language. I know how difficult it can be to learn a new

language well. You are in a great position, because you can be immersed in
the language every day.
snip


My wife and I are but a few of the dual, US and Italian citizens
volunteering to support our troops here and downrange. I can go on and on
about what we and other dual citizens are doing to help our fellow
Americans but that will take up many more pages.

Again, your volunteer work is something to be proud of. Not everyone has

that much time to devote to good causes. However, you must remember that
thousands of folks who are not dual citizens also vounteer their time. They,
too, could write volumes about their good works.
Aviano US Air Force Base supports many US military retirees, Vicenza US
Army base supports many US military retirees.

At any rate, I suppose we can agree to disagree since neither of us is

likely to be changing our opinions soon.

In closing, I want to wish you and yours -
Buon Natale e Felice, Robusto, e Prospero Anno Nuovo.

Sincerely,
Richard

"Richard Seriani" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...

"Mike Setaro" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
Robert

I visited your website and I was impressed with all the useless
information.

What you may consider "useless information", others may find quite
interesting.
It is obvious that a bit of time was spent creating the web site and
entering all the information. I found some of it more intersting than
other parts, but it was worth the visit.

I live in Caserta, Italy and my family came from Maddaloni. Maddaloni
was around during the bronze age and before. There are many ancient
sites in the vicinity and new ones are being discovered almost every
day.

I'm not sure what that has to do with the original post, though I suppose
it is nice to know.

I did notice that you offer research into family history etc. I
remember years ago when this site was setup to help Italians from all
over to find relatives and do some family research. I helped many
families by assisting them to find where in Italy they can write and
obtain family documents, like birth records, marriage records and death
records. I never ask for any monetary fees for this assistance.

That was very nice of you and I think it is great that you had the
knowledge to do the research and the free time available. Really, I am
not trying to be sarcastic. When we help each other, we all win and,
let's face it, not everyone is able or willing to help with the research.

Many of the communes in Italy will provide these family documents free
of charge.

IF you know who to write to and IF they happen to feel like doing the
research you require. Also assuming that you can communicate you needs
and desires or find someone to translate for you (which many people on
COI are willing to help with).

There have been many posts on COI relating horror stories about trying to
get information from uncooperative civil servants and priests in Italy.
There have also been many success stories. I guess it is great if you are
in the success-story group.

Many of us have completed our own family history research and obtained
the proper documents to become dual citizens of both the US and Italy.

I'm torn on the subject of dual citizenship. While it is an interesting
concept, folks from many countries came to the Unitied States for a
better life for themselves and their offspring. Something they couldn't
get in their home countries. They struggled to learn a new language and
to become citizens of their adopted country. They expected no handouts,
worked hard at menial tasks, saved their money, and made a decent life.
They raised their children to be the fiercest of patriots, many of whom
went off to fight against the very countries their parents came from.
Many died, many more were injured.

So, while I may be able to have dual citizenship, I won't apply for two
reasons:
1) My ancestors gave up too much and worked too hard to make their
families United States citizens. I would consider it disloyal to them.
2) Trying to be loyal to two countries makes one loyal to none.

That said, the United States is a very young country. It may happen that
it goes down the same path as many older countries and people find
themselves in a position of having to leave "for a better life". If I'm
still around when that happens, I may end up in Italy - who knows?

If you are indeed obtaining documents from agencies in Italy, why do you
ask for a fee, when these documents can be sent to any individual who
requests them free of any charge. Of course sometimes a commune will
ask for a few dollars to pay for stamps and the use of their copy
machine, but from what I see on your website you are ask for much more
than what honest people provide free.

To imply that Mr. Rozzolo is dishonest because of his pricing structure
is, in itself, dishonest. Nearly every day we deal with people providing
a service and asking to be paid for it; dry cleaners, butchers, TV
repairmen, mechanics, gardeners, plumbers, etc. All things that a person
of normal intelligence and health COULD do themselves, but chose not to
or not to learn how to. What these people charge is based on their costs
and desired profit margin. Nobody is forced to use their services because
other choices exist. If their prices are truly too high, people will not
do business with them; if too low, they will go bankrupt.
If you have never run a service business, it will be difficult for you to
understand the economics of pricing. If you have run such a business, you
know that services must be adequately charged for or the business won't
survive.


I have not visited this website for a few years now and I was just
seeing if it was still around. Now that I know it is, I will start
visiting more often to see how I can help anyone asking for assistance
in doing their family research.

Thanks. I hope people take you up on your offer and that you are able to
help them. Are your searches limited to a particular region or are you
willing and able to travel?
I'll be in Tuscany in the Spring. Doing genealogy research, because I
can. However, I still may be asking for help in the future, as I have in
the past.

Mike Setaro
Caserta, Italy

Thanks -
Richard
Chesapeake, VA


[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...


There are many good reasons for anyone interested in Southern Italian
History and Culture to visit the website of American Institute of
Southern Italian Studies at researchitaly.us.
Here are just some of them.

10. New information added almost daily.
9. An ever-growing Encyclopedia on Southern Italy.
8. A Chronology of Italian History with an emphasis on Southern Italy.
7. A Dictionary of Southern Italian Dialects (Languages, Tongues,
Vernaculars).
6. Information drawn from reliable source materials.
5. An opportunity to help support a worthwhile cultural project
(Donations and constructive comments are always welcome).
4. Impartiality (at least we try to be).
3. Not a Touristy site (No recommendation lists of hotels or
restaurants).
2. Constant editing, updating, and correcting with new and better
information as it becomes available.

And the Number One reason to visit our site:
WE ARE NOT WIKIPEDIA.

Come by to see for yourself at researchitaly.us.

Robert S. Rizzolo







Mike Setaro

Re: Ten Good Reasons to visit our website

Legg inn av Mike Setaro » 23. desember 2007 kl. 16.21

Sad when you can do nothing for your country and the men and women that are
defending it.

Shame.

Mike Setaro

"Richard Seriani" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
"Mike Setaro" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...

I don't mind anyone disagreeing with my comments as I do the same to
others. Everyone has an opinion and they have a right to express that
opinion. I do take offense to someone making unfounded asserting
concerning dual citizenship.

What unfounded assertion? My opinion is that pledging allegiance to two
countries is like pledging allegiance to two wives. Works for the
traditional Mormons, but not for me.


In Southern Italy according to the US Consulate Office in Naples, there
are over 7,000 US citizens living in here. For those who are not
familiar with Italy there are many American Communities from the North to
the South to include Sicily and Sardinia. I am a veteran and served 22
years in the Unites States Air Force. So to attack one's loyalty to the
United States of America is really dumb. Dual citizenship is the
culmination of everyones research into their own heritage and family
history.

Congratulations on your Air Force service. I served 20 years in the U.S.
Navy (1966-1986). There was no attack, just an expression of opinion from
nearly 60 years of observation. Loyalty is difficult to share, just ask
any split family. For that matter, read more of the history of individuals
put into positions of deciding loyalty during times of war. On an
international scale, I perceive it to be no easier. Opinions are to be
discussed; none are 'dumb'. That word in relation to opinions is an
indication of not knowing how to defend one's own opinion. I understand
what you are saying, but I still disagree. I also don't agree that "Dual
citizenship is the culmination of everyones research into their own
heritage and family history.". If that were true, everyone who as ever
researched their family history would be a dual citizen. Maybe that isn't
what you meant to say.

An Italian passport means I don't have to stand in line with the rest of
the 300 plus Americans that land at the airport in Rome waiting to show
their passports before proceeding to the baggage claim. As a citizen of
the European Union I and my wife have instant access into to the member
countries. My wife and I also have access to the Italian Health care
system which is free. Even more so after one turns 65 when all
prescriptions are free of cost. I can travel in any country under the
European Union without any care for medical care. I have a card issued
by the Italian government guaranteeing payment to any other countries
medical care should I be injured and need hospitalization. I can return
to America anytime I please by either commercial airlines or by military
Space A flights. I can return to Italy without obtaining a visa to live
here more than 90 days. The first time my wife and I used our Italian
passport to travel in Italy was nice. However when we showed our Italian
passports to the airline representative at Milan airport to return to
America, he ask to see our green card. He said we needed a green card if
we were to stay in American for more than 90 days. That's when we pulled
out our US passports.

I can see that it is a great convenience to have dual citizenship. Like
most folks, I'm always up for a little less hassle in life. Still, as
enticing at that sounds, it isn't something I am ready for.

As an American citizen living in this part of Italy my wife and I are
volunteer ... <snip
I honestly believe volunteer work is a wonderful gift - to both the
organization and to the volunteer. The feeling of accomplishment can be
great. Keep up the good work.


Any military retiree from any place in the world can contact me and I
will provide them with whatever information they need concerning Naples,
Italy and the US Naval facility here.

While I won't be anywhere near Naples in the Spring (visiting Tuscany, my
ancestral home), it is nice to now have a contact if I need assistance.

As an added note, neither my wife nor I speak Italian. Okay. I lied a
little, but the point is that we are just like my grandparent when they
arrived in America at the turn of the last century. We are learning but
still not well enough.

Good luck with the language. I know how difficult it can be to learn a new
language well. You are in a great position, because you can be immersed in
the language every day.

snip

My wife and I are but a few of the dual, US and Italian citizens
volunteering to support our troops here and downrange. I can go on and
on about what we and other dual citizens are doing to help our fellow
Americans but that will take up many more pages.

Again, your volunteer work is something to be proud of. Not everyone has
that much time to devote to good causes. However, you must remember that
thousands of folks who are not dual citizens also vounteer their time.
They, too, could write volumes about their good works.

Aviano US Air Force Base supports many US military retirees, Vicenza US
Army base supports many US military retirees.

At any rate, I suppose we can agree to disagree since neither of us is
likely to be changing our opinions soon.

In closing, I want to wish you and yours -
Buon Natale e Felice, Robusto, e Prospero Anno Nuovo.

Sincerely,
Richard


"Richard Seriani" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...

"Mike Setaro" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
Robert

I visited your website and I was impressed with all the useless
information.

What you may consider "useless information", others may find quite
interesting.
It is obvious that a bit of time was spent creating the web site and
entering all the information. I found some of it more intersting than
other parts, but it was worth the visit.

I live in Caserta, Italy and my family came from Maddaloni. Maddaloni
was around during the bronze age and before. There are many ancient
sites in the vicinity and new ones are being discovered almost every
day.

I'm not sure what that has to do with the original post, though I
suppose it is nice to know.

I did notice that you offer research into family history etc. I
remember years ago when this site was setup to help Italians from all
over to find relatives and do some family research. I helped many
families by assisting them to find where in Italy they can write and
obtain family documents, like birth records, marriage records and death
records. I never ask for any monetary fees for this assistance.

That was very nice of you and I think it is great that you had the
knowledge to do the research and the free time available. Really, I am
not trying to be sarcastic. When we help each other, we all win and,
let's face it, not everyone is able or willing to help with the
research.

Many of the communes in Italy will provide these family documents free
of charge.

IF you know who to write to and IF they happen to feel like doing the
research you require. Also assuming that you can communicate you needs
and desires or find someone to translate for you (which many people on
COI are willing to help with).

There have been many posts on COI relating horror stories about trying
to get information from uncooperative civil servants and priests in
Italy. There have also been many success stories. I guess it is great if
you are in the success-story group.

Many of us have completed our own family history research and obtained
the proper documents to become dual citizens of both the US and Italy.

I'm torn on the subject of dual citizenship. While it is an interesting
concept, folks from many countries came to the Unitied States for a
better life for themselves and their offspring. Something they couldn't
get in their home countries. They struggled to learn a new language and
to become citizens of their adopted country. They expected no handouts,
worked hard at menial tasks, saved their money, and made a decent life.
They raised their children to be the fiercest of patriots, many of whom
went off to fight against the very countries their parents came from.
Many died, many more were injured.

So, while I may be able to have dual citizenship, I won't apply for two
reasons:
1) My ancestors gave up too much and worked too hard to make their
families United States citizens. I would consider it disloyal to them.
2) Trying to be loyal to two countries makes one loyal to none.

That said, the United States is a very young country. It may happen that
it goes down the same path as many older countries and people find
themselves in a position of having to leave "for a better life". If I'm
still around when that happens, I may end up in Italy - who knows?

If you are indeed obtaining documents from agencies in Italy, why do
you ask for a fee, when these documents can be sent to any individual
who requests them free of any charge. Of course sometimes a commune
will ask for a few dollars to pay for stamps and the use of their copy
machine, but from what I see on your website you are ask for much more
than what honest people provide free.

To imply that Mr. Rozzolo is dishonest because of his pricing structure
is, in itself, dishonest. Nearly every day we deal with people providing
a service and asking to be paid for it; dry cleaners, butchers, TV
repairmen, mechanics, gardeners, plumbers, etc. All things that a person
of normal intelligence and health COULD do themselves, but chose not to
or not to learn how to. What these people charge is based on their costs
and desired profit margin. Nobody is forced to use their services
because other choices exist. If their prices are truly too high, people
will not do business with them; if too low, they will go bankrupt.
If you have never run a service business, it will be difficult for you
to understand the economics of pricing. If you have run such a business,
you know that services must be adequately charged for or the business
won't survive.


I have not visited this website for a few years now and I was just
seeing if it was still around. Now that I know it is, I will start
visiting more often to see how I can help anyone asking for assistance
in doing their family research.

Thanks. I hope people take you up on your offer and that you are able to
help them. Are your searches limited to a particular region or are you
willing and able to travel?
I'll be in Tuscany in the Spring. Doing genealogy research, because I
can. However, I still may be asking for help in the future, as I have in
the past.

Mike Setaro
Caserta, Italy

Thanks -
Richard
Chesapeake, VA


[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...


There are many good reasons for anyone interested in Southern Italian
History and Culture to visit the website of American Institute of
Southern Italian Studies at researchitaly.us.
Here are just some of them.

10. New information added almost daily.
9. An ever-growing Encyclopedia on Southern Italy.
8. A Chronology of Italian History with an emphasis on Southern Italy.
7. A Dictionary of Southern Italian Dialects (Languages, Tongues,
Vernaculars).
6. Information drawn from reliable source materials.
5. An opportunity to help support a worthwhile cultural project
(Donations and constructive comments are always welcome).
4. Impartiality (at least we try to be).
3. Not a Touristy site (No recommendation lists of hotels or
restaurants).
2. Constant editing, updating, and correcting with new and better
information as it becomes available.

And the Number One reason to visit our site:
WE ARE NOT WIKIPEDIA.

Come by to see for yourself at researchitaly.us.

Robert S. Rizzolo









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