Friday, November 20, 2009

What is the name of the Italian Army unit that wears black plumes in its helmets and runs in formation?

I saw a buggle group of this unit run through the town of Orvietto a couple of years ago.

What is the name of the Italian Army unit that wears black plumes in its helmets and runs in formation?
Bersaglieri; is perhaps the most beloved military corp in Italy (along with Alpini, who also wear a plume but don't run :)


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bersaglieri


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpini


(and, by the way, not Versace, but Armani designed, back in the 80s, some of current Italian uniform for the Army)
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This unit is very popular for it's running pace and a fanfare sound during parades.


Bersaglieri are an elite mobile infantry (now mechanized).


In the past they used also bicycles to move faster...


Bersaglieri were also the first unit to enter in Rome (from Porta Pia) when the Capitol City became part of Italy

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