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The Cats of Rome

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Michelle Ciani
Oct 25, 2022
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G is for Gatto. Actually, G is for Gatti, the plural form of cat. What is Rome without her cats? 

Cats have been a part of Rome since ancient times. They were associated with the goddess Diana and the Dea Libertas was often d…

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