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Mayor honors World War II veteran Anthony "Tony" Salatino on his 102nd birthday

Pittsfield City Council · November 12, 2024
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Mayor Peter Marchetti presented a proclamation recognizing Anthony Salatino for his military service, long career at General Electric and community life after emigrating from Italy; Salatino thanked the council and family.

Mayor Peter Marchetti read a proclamation honoring Anthony (Tony) Salatino on his 102nd birthday, highlighting his life story: born November 27, 1922, in Pollia, Calabria, Italy; emigrated to Pittsfield in 1937; enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1943 and served as a corporal and medical technician in England and France; graduated from the New England School of Art in 1950; worked 37 years at General Electric; and married Bettina Mancuso in 1953, celebrating a 71st wedding anniversary and raising four children.

The mayor encouraged citizens to join in celebrating Salatino's service to the country and to Pittsfield. Salatino spoke briefly, thanked the mayor, council and his family, and expressed his appreciation for the recognition. Several councilors and members of the public, including Paul Gregory, praised the honor.

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