Carlo Bergamini

Italian admiral and naval commander

Carlo Bergamini - Italian admiral and naval commander
Born

1888
137 years ago

Died

September 9th, 1943
82 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Italy

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Served as an admiral in the Italian Navy during World War II. Commanded the battleship Roma, which faced significant battles in the Mediterranean theater. Participated in naval operations against Allied forces and oversaw crucial naval strategies. Died while the Roma was sunk by German aircraft in September 1943, marking a significant moment in naval history.

Commanded the battleship Roma

Oversaw naval operations in World War II

Died while Roma was sunk by German aircraft

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