Bianca D’Aniello

Bianca D’Aniello, an Italian woman who was a child passenger on the infamous 'happiness trains', shares her poignant journey from Salerno to Mestre. She recounts the emotional mix of hope and fear as she waved goodbye to her family for what was supposed to be a better life. Despite the promise of new beginnings, her experience was marred by the harsh realities of Italy’s fascist regime and her struggles with loneliness. Bianca's reflections shed light on the bittersweet nature of her journey, highlighting themes of love, belonging, and the impact of war on childhood.