Italian Military Collection

Uniforms of the Piedmontese army from 1814. Color plate by Cenni Quinto
Militaria, Italy, 19th century. Uniforms of the Piedmontese army, 1814. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

Terzigno Evacuated
The inhabitants of the village of Terzigno, east of Naples, are evacuated as a flow of volcanic lava (in background) from Mount Vesuvius approaches the village, 3rd June 1929

Italian Moto Guzzi Moose motorcycle with sidecar, 1941
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. Guzzi Alce Sidecar, year 1941

Military uniforms of the Kingdom of Etruria from 1801. Color plate by Cenni Quinto
Militaria, Italy, 19th century. Military uniforms of the Kingdom of Etruria, 1801. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

Moto Guzzi Alce PAI motorcycle, 1942
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. Guzzi Alce PAI motorcycle, year 1942

Skoda 100 MM howitzer
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. 100 mt Skoda gun

Various uniforms of the Duchy of Parma, Piacenza and Guastalla, 1790-1800. Color plate by Cenni Quinto
Militaria, Italy, 19th century. Various uniforms of the Duchy of Parma, Piacenza and Guastalla, 1790-1800. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

Various uniforms of the Kingdom of Naples from 1814. Color plate by Cenni Quinto
Militaria, Italy, 19th century. Various uniforms of the Kingdom of Naples, 1814. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

The Bersaglieri, Italian rifle battalions, advancing to the scene of action. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Army Band
25th September 1918: A crowd line the pavements to see an Italian military band march through the streets of London. (Photo by J. J. Lambe/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Cycle Battalion
May 1915: Men of the Bersagliere (Italian rifle battalion) on the move across country with their bicycles. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Italian Column
An Italian Alpine Regiment move up the Rurtor Glacier. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Italian Tank
circa 1940: An Italian tank in Northern Egypt. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)

Steering wheel of Italian SPA TM40 tractor, 1940
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. SPA TM40 tractor, year 1940. Detail: steering wheel

Italian Moto Guzzi Moose motorcycle, 1941
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. Guzzi Alce PAI motorcycle, year 1942

Italian SPA TM40 tractor, 1940
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. SPA TM40 tractor, year 1940

Italian military Lancia Aprilia Coloniale, 1939
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. Lancia Aprilia Coloniale car, year 1939

UK universal military vehicle, 1941
Military Vehicles - United Kingdom 20th century. Universal Cingoletta, year 1941

Italian Fiat 508 military vehicle, 1941
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. Fiat 508 Militare, year 1941

Italian SPA 35 truck, 1935
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. SPA Ovunque 35 truck, year 1938. Front side

Italian SPA Autocarretta vehicle, 1940
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. SPA truck, year 1940. Front side

Italian AB 43 armored car, 1944
Military Vehicles - Italy, 20th century. AB 43 armoured car, year 1944

Handkerchief given to the recruits, 1912
Militaria, Italy, 20th century. Handkerchief given to the recruits, 1912

Various uniforms of the Duchy of Parma from 1845. Color plate by Cenni Quinto
Militaria, Italy, 19th century. Various uniforms of the Duchy of Parma, 1845. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

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"The Rich History and Diverse Uniforms of the Italian Military" Step back in time and explore the captivating world of the Italian military through its vibrant uniforms. From the Piedmontese army to the Kingdom of Italy, each era tells a unique story. In 1814, the Piedmontese army showcased their distinctive uniforms, as depicted in a mesmerizing color plate by Cenni Quinto. These uniforms reflected their identity and pride, symbolizing their dedication to serving their nation. Fast forward to Terzigno Evacuated - a moment that echoes with bravery and sacrifice. The valorous soldiers stood tall, donning uniforms that represented resilience amidst adversity. The Italian battleship Lepanto boasted an impressive display of cannons, captured beautifully in an engraving by Ernesto Mancastropa from a photograph by Conti-Vecchi. This powerful image portrays strength at sea and highlights Italy's naval prowess during this period. Another remarkable vessel was the Italian cruiser Piemonte. Its grandeur is immortalized in an engraving also created by Mancastropa from a photograph by Conti-Vecchi. This majestic ship embodied Italy's maritime heritage and left spectators awestruck. Traveling further back in time, we encounter more stunning uniform designs from different periods. Cenni Quinto's color plates depict various uniforms worn by the Piedmontese army between 1845-1846 and 1833 respectively - each one reflecting evolving styles while maintaining tradition. Venturing beyond Piedmonte lies Naples; its kingdom showcased diverse attire within its military ranks during 1814. Cenni Quinto once again captures these distinct ensembles on his color plate - offering us glimpses into history through vivid imagery. Notably, Parma emerges with its own array of uniform variations dating back to 1790-1800 – showcasing elegance intertwined with functionality for those who served under this duchy.