Mussolini Badge

[benten]

I don?t know nothing about this badge except it is Mussolini- period. For what purpose is this badge?

What does the text say?

Thanks in advance ,

Cheers,

Benten

[benten]

backside.............

[Christophe]

This is a badge celebrating the Italian victory in the Battle of Antalo-Amba Aradon (Ethiopia) on 15-16 February 1936.

The badge approximately says (not an expert in Italian...):

"11th Alps Regiment

Lightning as the eagle, Strong as the lion

Antalo

15-16 February 1936".

Hope this helps.

Cheers.

Ch.

[benten]

Christophe, thanks for your reply.

Cheers,

Benten

[Kev in Deva]

backside.............

One of the many commemorative medalions created for units in the Italian Military this one to the 11th Mountain Regiment.

Many such medalions are totaly unofficial but tolarated as souvineers by members of the regiments.

Kevin in Deva

[benten]

Thanks Kevin.

Cheers,

Benten

Edited April 26, 2007 by benten