[The history and recollections of the 80 years of existence of the Clinica del Lavoro of Milan].

In recalling the most significant events in the history of the Clinica del Lavoro from its inauguration in 1910, the author dedicates special attention to the work of the Clinic in the 35 years of his own Directorship. He summarizes the principal research projects carried out, recalls the social and political events in which the Clinic was directly involved, and explains what he believes were the reasons for its success or what may have curbed its development. Mention is made of all those who, in various capacities and with various commitments, collaborated with the author in managing the different departments of the Clinic. Also mentioned are the pupils who succeeded in university, hospital or private enterprise careers.