What does the cryptic crossword clue "US soldier welcoming a coarse Italian patriot (9)" mean?

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US soldier welcoming a coarse Italian patriot (9)

Times Cryptic #28958 | 4 Down | 2024-07-02

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GI (US soldier) containing [welcoming] A + RIBALD (coarse)

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