In June 1981, a small village near Rome became the epicenter of a tragedy that would forever change the Italian psyche. Six-year-old fell into an artesian well in Vermicino , beginning a 60-hour ordeal that captivated over 21 million television viewers in one of the first major "media circuses" of the modern age.
On June 10, Alfredino fell into a narrow well, just 30cm wide but 80m deep. For three days, Italy watched as: Alfredino - Il silenzio dell'amore
Despite every effort, Alfredino slipped deeper into the well during the final rescue attempts and was declared dead on June 13. The "Silence of Love" and Its Legacy In June 1981, a small village near Rome
Beyond the immediate horror, the story of Alfredino has become a symbol of . Alfredino - Il silenzio dell'amore (2003) - TMDB For three days, Italy watched as: Despite every
, including the remarkably brave Angelo Licheri , were lowered upside-down into the narrow shaft in a desperate bid to reach him.