For newcomers to U.S. Army Garrison Italy, like Sgt. Charlie Duke, feeling at home in local Italian communities is important. Duke, a broadcast journalist assigned to American Forces Network Vicenza, is looking to establish roots here and integrate into Italian life, she said.
“I really want to get out there and meet people, learn Italian, and really just become a part of this area,” Duke said.
Local leaders attending USAG Italy’s Mayor’s Summit, a twice annual event that brings together Italian officials and American military leaders, were eager to offer advice to Soldiers like Duke.
