The Bersaglieri take Porta Pia - Rome - Risorgimento
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The Bersaglieri take Porta Pia - Rome - Risorgimento
The crack Piedmontese infantry corps of Bersaglieri taking Porta Pia - the capture of Rome in 1870, the final event of Italian Unification (the Risorgimento ). Date: 1870
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Attack Attacking Bersaglieri Capture Capturing Corps Crack Feb16 Infantry Piedmontese Porta Risorgimento Taking Unification
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This evocative image captures the momentous event of The Bersaglieri taking Porta Pia in Rome on September 20, 1870, marking the final chapter of Italian Unification, or the Risorgimento. The Bersaglieri, a crack Piedmontese infantry corps renowned for their distinctive uniforms and disciplined formations, led the assault on the ancient city walls. Dressed in their iconic red fezzes and short, green coats, they are seen here in a determined charge towards Porta Pia, the historic gateway into Rome. The Risorgimento was a period of political upheaval and nationalistic fervor in Italy, which culminated in the unification of various Italian states under the House of Savoy. The capture of Rome, the last Papal stronghold, was a significant symbolic victory for the Italian nationalists. The fall of the city marked the end of the Papal States and the establishment of a unified Italian state. The Bersaglieri's attack on Porta Pia was a decisive military engagement, with the outnumbered and outgunned Italian forces managing to breach the city walls and defeat the Papal defenders. The image captures the intensity and drama of the moment, with the Bersaglieri charging forward, their rifles at the ready, as they prepare to seize the gate and secure their hard-won victory. This photograph is a testament to the courage and determination of the Italian soldiers who played a crucial role in the unification of their country. It is a powerful reminder of the historical significance of the Risorgimento and the enduring legacy of the Bersaglieri, who continue to be celebrated as symbols of Italian military prowess and national pride.
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