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I have the attached marriage. I am having difficulty reading the groom's given name. Initially I thought it was Valentine but I think that is incorrect. I also would like some help with his mother's surname. Is it Tagliamozzo?
Thank you
Jim
Researching surnames Ianniello, Tamburrino, Mattora/Martora/Mattori & Scialla in Santa Maria Capua Vetere, Caserta, Campania.
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