The Red Cross ‐ A Historical Symbol From Abruzzo
Have you ever wondered where the symbol for the humanitarian organisation, The Red Cross came from, did you know of its relationship to Abruzzo?
Millions of Abruzzesi left this region over the last two centuries, but the connection to home has never faded. Whether you’re tracing your ancestry, exploring the history, or discovering the culture through art, traditions, books and film — this is where the deeper Abruzzo begins.
Have you ever wondered where the symbol for the humanitarian organisation, The Red Cross came from, did you know of its relationship to Abruzzo?

Our handy list of Italian and international 20th-century photographers who explored and captured Abruzzo so perfectly through their lens and the books to find their work where possible.

'Mamma Knows Best', Family Recipes Challenged by Danilo Cortellini, is the latest e-recipe-book to be released by the Abruzzese Head chef of the Italian Embassy in London.

Now's your chance to help support Abruzzese heritage and give the rest of the world a chance to know a little more about this fascinating and dramatic part of Italy.







