Operation eVA: handover of command in Hungary between the Folgore Paratroopers and the Aosta Brigade

In a solemn international context, the paratroopers of the Folgore Parachute Brigade handed over command of the Italian contingent in Hungary to the 'Aosta' Brigade. This handover marks the end of six months of Italian command within the NATO mission "eVA-enhanced Vigilance Activity", under the leadership of the 183rd Parachute Regiment "Nembo" from Pistoia. The handover ceremony [...]

Lieutenant Alberto Garau's honours in the historical museum of the Sassari Brigade

In a touching and meaningful ceremony, Lieutenant Alberto Garau's grandchildren, Alberto and Patrizio Rinaldi, presented the silver medal for military valour and other decorations belonging to their grandfather in the hands of the Commander of the 'Sassari' Brigade, General Stefano Messina. The prestigious honour, a symbol of heroism and sacrifice, will now find its [...]

The Presence of the Italian Army at the Sanremo Festival: between music and sharing

During the 74th edition of the Sanremo Italian Song Festival, the Italian Army played a significant role, testifying to its commitment not only in the defence and security of the country but also in contributing to the national culture and spirit. This year, the Army's presence stood out through two representative entities: Radio Esercito and the [...]

The Italian Army launches the Cyber Security Awareness App

At a time when digitisation is deeply penetrating all aspects of daily and professional life, cybersecurity has become an unavoidable priority. Acknowledging the crucial importance of educating and preparing its personnel for the challenges posed by cyber threats, the Italian Army General Staff has taken a significant step by launching a new App [...]

The Folgore Parachute Brigade at the 10th AIACC in Canada

The tenth Annual International Airborne Commanders Conference (AIACC) was recently held at the prestigious Citadelle de Québec in Canada, an event of international importance attended by military delegations from thirteen countries. Among the participants, the presence of the 'Folgore' Parachute Brigade representing Italy stood out, confirming the strategic importance and [...]

Military Parachutist Profession: How to join the Folgore in 2024

According to Wikipedia under the heading Paratrooper "... the paratrooper is a particular unit of many armies trained to drop behind enemy lines in order to carry out both air assault and interdiction and sabotage operations." . Being a military paratrooper is undoubtedly the dream of many young people who are entering or want to [...].

Change at the helm of the Joint Task Force-Lebanon: the 'Taurinense' Alpine Brigade leads the western sector

In a solemn ceremony held at the 'Millevoi' Base in Shama, Brigadier General Enrico Fontana was officially invested with command, succeeding Brigadier General Giovanni Brafa Musicoro at the head of the Western Sector of the Joint Task Force-Lebanon (JTF-L SW), a crucial component of the UNIFIL operation in Lebanon. The event was attended by distinguished [...]

Parachutist General Carmine Masiello Chief of EMS, maybe we are really there

Italy is approaching a historic moment, a moment that paratroopers of all ages have waited 83 long years for. General of the Army Corps Carmine Masiello, currently serving as sub-chief of the defence staff, has emerged as the leading candidate for appointment as chief of staff of the Italian army. The [...]

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