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Vannacci describes Enea and Ulysses as examples of Mediterranean patriarchy

At a Futuro Nazionale convention in Orvieto, General Roberto Vannacci referred to the Homeric hero Ulysses as an example of Mediterranean patriarchy.

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What is happening

Vannacci said that Ulysses did not give in to Circe’s beauty or seduction, returned to his wife, and, upon arriving, massacred the suitors and defended his family.

Why is it on the Radar?

The remarks present Ulysses and Enea as examples in a discussion of patriarchy, loyalty and family defense.

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