Historical Events tagged with "vittorio veneto"

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Military & Warfare

Italian Forces Achieve Victory at Vittorio Veneto

October 24th, 1918 106 years ago

The Battle of Vittorio Veneto was a decisive engagement in which Italian forces overwhelmed the Austro-Hungarian army. Taking place in northern Italy, the offensive began on October 24, 1918, and resulted in significant territorial gains for Italy. The Italian Commander Armando Diaz orchestrated a series of well-planned maneuvers, contributing to the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian front. This battle marked the climax of the Italian Front in World War I, leading to the armistice and eventual end of conflict in the region.

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