Maria Legrottaglie

Maria Legrottaglie is the grieving mother of Carlo Legrottaglie, a carabiniere who was tragically killed in the line of duty. At her son's funeral, she expressed her profound sorrow, stating, 'Dovevo morire io, non tu Carlo figlio mio,' highlighting the deep pain of losing a child. Her emotional presence at the ceremony reflected not only her personal loss but also the collective mourning of the community, as both Ostuni and Francavilla Fontana observed a day of mourning in honor of her son's sacrifice.