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Italian Arditi - Elite Assault Troops 1917-20

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Warrior - Assorted

Last Stocked on 6/14/2020

Product Info

Title
Italian Arditi - Elite Assault Troops 1917-20
Publisher
Product Line
Category
Author
Angel Pirochhi
Publish Year
2004
Pages
64
Dimensions
7.5x9.75x.25"
NKG Part #
2147343540
MFG. Part #
OSPWAR087
Type
Softcover
Series
WAR87

Description

The Italian Reparti d'Assalto (Assault Units) of World War I were a truly elite force. The word ardito (pl. arditi) means bold or daring, and, as their name suggests, their role required courage, as well as specific combat skills. This book takes a close look at the origins, training, dress, weaponry and equipment of the Arditi, and examines the daily life, motivation and combat role of these elite soldiers. The legacy of their identity is also examined, in the presence of D'Annunzio and rise to power of Mussolini in post-war Italy.