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Bersaglieri Corps (view source)
Revision as of 01:28, September 10, 2016
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In 1836, the Piedmontese Army (the core of the future Italian Army) adopted light infantry formations similar to the French ''chasseurs'' and Austrian ''jägers''.
These Bersaglieri, or ”sharpshooters,” wore distinctive black uniforms with brimmed hats, trailing cock’s feathers. The formation was created by Alfonso del la Marmora.
They were trained to a high physical and marksmanship standard, and like the German ''Waffen SS'' in the Second World War, inspired the ''Regio Esercito'' frontline formations, benefiting from superior weaponry and mobility that encouraged Axis commanders to operate aggressively.
During the First World War, the 12 Bersaglieri Regiments fought with valour and bravery. 210,000 men served in the Bersaglieri Corps, and during the war 32,000 were killed and 50,000 wounded.
During the First World War, the 12 Bersaglieri Regiments fought with valour and bravery. 210,000 men served in the Bersaglieri Corps, and during the war 32,000 were killed and 50,000 wounded.