Retired cabinet-maker Pasquale Ioele, left, who fought in Italy on the side of Mussolini, and retired Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Charles Frisco, who fought in Italy on the side of the United States, join hands and together toast the Republic of Italy.

Then-Italian Consul General Gabriella Botistello proposes a toast to her homeland.

Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Lawrence Crispo officiates at the IALA salute to Italia at its July meeting.