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Introduction of Frank Sinatra and Franco Harris during induction of Sinatra into Franco's Italian Army. Myron Cope in background.

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Al Vento and Tony Stagno drinking wine with Frank Sinatra in commemoration of Sinatra's induction into Franco's Italian Army.

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An image of Franco Harris and his Italian 'army of fans' in the fall of 1972.

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An image of Franco's Italian Army members at the AFC Division playoff game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Oakland Raiders.

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An image of Franco's Italian Army at the AFC Division Playoff game versus the Oakland Raiders, December 23, 1972.

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An image of Al Vento and an unidentified man waiving a "Franco's Italian Army" banner.

Franco Itln Army 11-20-12 (2).JPG
Image of Franco's Italian Army scarf, knit hat, seat cushion, and corno charms on display at the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum.  The scarf and corno charms were donated by Al Vento, Sr.  Vento wore the scarf and used the corno charms during…

Franco Itln Army 11-20-12 (1).JPG
Image of Franco's Italian Army exhibit on display in Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum.

Franco Itln Army 11-20-12 (10).JPG
Image of Franco's Italian Army helmet liner worn by Al Vento. This artifact is currently on display at the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum.

4_cadence_in_cleveland.mp3
Clip taken from oral history conducted with Al Vento and Al Vento, Jr. In this oral history clip, Al Vento, Jr. recounts his memories of marching into the Cleveland Brown's Municipal Stadium as a member of Franco's Italian Army.
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