History is jam-packed with contributions made by Italians and Italian Americans in everything from science and food to business and entertainment. It was Italians who kicked off the Renaissance Era, leading to some of the most mind-blowing art, philosophy, and scientific discoveries one could imagine. Italians created and brought along America’s favorite Friday night dinner - pizza.

 

Italians were also the inventors of several objects used today- at least the adaptations of them- including batteries, wireless telegraphy, optical glasses, telephones, the ice cream cone, thermometers, and barometers, ballet, and so much more.

 

There are many Italian Americans who have or are making waves. Some names include:

• Actress Jennifer Anniston

• Singer, Songwriter, and Actress Ariana Grande

• Musical Artist Frank Sinatra

• Actors Robert De Niro, Leonardo DiCaprio, Sylvester Stallone, Al Pacino, and Nicolas Cage

• Performer John Travolta

• TV Personality Kelly Ripa

• President Trump’s Lawyer and Former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani

 

Though these are just a handful of influential and popular Italian Americans, these names are enough to help portray the talent of the Italian bloodline.

 

The contributions of Italians to the world are undeniable, but not all of them are known as Italian. Learning about the amazing work of your ancestors will help you understand just what you are made of. Whether you want to learn about historical Italian figures, like Julius Caesar, or current ones, such as Mayor Rudolph Giuliani and Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi, about the food, music, and art of the culture, or something completely different, this Italian American trivia book has the information you need and to be proud of.