Arditi (from the Italian verb ardire, 'to dare', and translates as "The Daring [Ones]") was the name adopted by a Royal Italian Army elite special force of World War I. They and the opposing German Stormtroopers were the first modern shock troops, and they have been called "the most feared corps by opposing armies". [2][3][4]

Mar 23, 2015 · Some wanted armor panoplies that could stop machine gun and rifle rounds even at 200 yards. The Germans ramped up distributing their lobster-like suite toward war’s end. Intended mostly for machine gunners, and at 22-27 pounds, it was considered too …

May 12, 2018 · The Arditi were a special Italian shock trooper unit which was most active during the last two years of the First World War. Their name derives from the Italian verb ardire (to dare), which was often translated as “The Daring Ones.”

Despite having been one of the first powers to use armored vehicles in war in 1911-1912, Italy did not get the opportunity to make much use of armor in World War One. Fighting mainly in mountains was not conducive to large heavy tanks.

Italian military uniforms during World War I were a symbol of national pride and identity, reflecting Italy's rich history and military tradition. The distinctive "Grigio-verde" color, chosen to blend with the rugged terrain, represented the resilience and adaptability of …

Italy was one of the pioneers of armored cars with several designs and vehicles made before the outbreak of the First World War, such as the L’A.MI.Co. armored car. With the war between the great European powers starting in 1914, it was obvious to Italian planners that a new armored car was going to be needed.

Arditi were elite assault troops in the Italian army. They also emerged on Italy’s post-war political scene thanks to newly formed associations. Even though many of them had ties to fascism, Arditi’s active involvement in politics varied.

Mar 2, 2016 · Translated as ‘The Daring Ones’, the Arditi were a new wave of shock troops formed in 1917 and were integral in the eventual victory on the Italian Front over the battle-weary Austro-Hungarian Empire.

The Italian Reparti d'assalto (Assault Units) of the First World War were the most elite force in the Italian Army. In Italian, the word "ardito"[1], means something like brave, bold or audacious. Organized in the summer of 1917, by a Col. Bassi, these Special Forces units were assigned the tactical role of breaching the enemy defenses and ...

First World War Italian “Farina” armour. Primarily issued to troops for obstacle/barb wire clearing prior to assaults, these would be worn in conjunction with the “Farina” helmet. Made in three sections of 8mm thick, layered steel plate which is all riveted together.