Matteo Albertone
Italian general during Battle of Adwa (1840–1919) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Matteo Francesco Albertone OCI (29 March 1840 – 13 February 1919) was an Italian general, mostly known for his role during the First Italo-Ethiopian War. He led the Native Brigade during the battle of Adwa and was taken prisoner by the Ethiopians.
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Matteo Albertone | |
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Born | 29 March 1840 Alessandria, Kingdom of Sardinia[1] |
Died | 13 February 1919(1919-02-13) (aged 78) Rome, Kingdom of Italy |
Allegiance | Kingdom of Italy |
Service/ | Royal Italian Army |
Years of service | 1861–1897 |
Rank | Major General |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Silver Medal of Military Valor (2) |
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