Prince Aimone
Duke of Aosta, Italian Royal Family
Born
1900
126 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Born into the House of Savoy, held the title of Duke of Aosta. Participated in World War I and served as an officer in the Italian Army. Became the regent of the Kingdom of Albania in 1928 but had a limited role. Later, exiled due to World War II and died in 1948 in France. His lineage linked to prominent royal families across Europe.
Served as regent of the Kingdom of Albania
Held the title of Duke of Aosta
Participated as an officer in World War I
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