Ponza: Beautiful island where Mussolini was held
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Off the coast of Naples, the Italian island of Ponza has two draws for tourists: Its natural beauty – and its brief association with Benito Mussolini.
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Ponza: Beautiful island where Mussolini was held
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Ponza: Beautiful island where Mussolini was held
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Ponza: Beautiful island where Mussolini was held