Letizia Battaglia: A Life Without Regrets Remembered by Her Granddaughter

Marta Sollima fondly recalls her grandmother, Letizia Battaglia, the renowned Italian photojournalist who passed away at the age of 87. Battaglia, celebrated for her powerful depictions of Palermo's mafia conflicts and everyday life, remained artistically active until her final moments. Her bedroom was adorned with schedules for upcoming exhibitions. Just days before her passing, she shared her wish to explore Europe with Marta. In Palermo, her archive preserves memories and photographs of children from underprivileged areas. Throughout her diverse career, Battaglia served as a photojournalist, city councilor, publisher, and theater director, while also being a devoted mother and grandmother. Marta emphasizes that Battaglia lived without regrets, always looking ahead, even in her last days spent watching films and envisioning the future.