Visits
The trauma of losing a child in such a manner had profound effects on the Mortara family. Insiders recounted the heart-wrenching transformation of Marianna, who, unable to cope with the loss, faced mental deterioration. Momolo, meanwhile, drawing strength from deep within, maintained his composure during the rare, supervised visits he was granted with his son.
Outside of these fleeting moments, his energies were channeled into a relentless crusade against the might of the Church, in hopes of reuniting his family.