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Emilio Pucci
Early Life and Education Born: November 20, 1914, Naples, Italy Died: November 29, 1992, Florence, Italy Emilio Pucci came from a wealthy aristocratic Florentine family. He demonstrated an early interest in sports and education. Pucci studied agriculture, political science, and social science at various universities including the University of Milan, the University of Georgia (USA), and Reed College (Oregon). Wh
ile at Reed College, he earned a skiing scholarship and received an MA in social science. World War II Service and Early Fashion Beginnings During World War II, Pucci served as a bomber pilot in the Italian Air Force, rising to the rank of captain. He was involved in a plan to save Count Galeazzo Ciano's life, demonstrating courage and resourcefulness. After the war, he leveraged his experience designing uniforms for the…
