Roberto Balzani

Roberto Balzani (born 21 August 1961 in Forlì) is an Italian historian, professor and politician.

He is professor of contemporary history at the University of Bologna. His works mainly focus on the Italian Risorgimento and history of Italy in the 19th century.

Balzani is a member of the Democratic Party and served as Mayor of Forlì from June 2009 to May 2014.