Emanuele Filiberto

Duke of Aosta and Italian general

Emanuele Filiberto - Duke of Aosta and Italian general
Born

January 13th, 1869
156 years ago

Died

1931
94 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Italy

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Born in 1869, held the title of Duke of Aosta and served as a general in the Italian Army during World War I. His military career involved command roles and participation in significant battles. Post-war, focused on the promotion of Italian military culture and heritage. Died in 1934, leaving a legacy tied to both nobility and military service.

Served as a general in World War I

Promoted Italian military culture

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