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General Masiello: 'Prepare for war so there can be peace. The Army is either technological or it is not. Training and values are our strengths".

During the inauguration of the 2024-2025 Academic and School Year of the Army's training institutes, the Chief of Staff of the Army, General of the Paratrooper Corps Carmine Masiello, outlined the strategic guidelines that will guide the training and preparation of the Italian Army. With a speech of strong impact, Masiello highlighted the importance of adapting to the new geopolitical challenges […]

Trump wins the US election. What changes in the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, for Europe and NATO.

Donald Trump's recent victory in the 2024 US presidential election opens up new scenarios for the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The newly elected president has clearly expressed his desire to resolve the crisis quickly, putting on the table the option of direct negotiations and a review of military support to Ukraine. This […]

Change in leadership of the 184th Command and Tactical Support Unit 'Nembo'

At the “Rugiadi” barracks in Livorno, Lieutenant Colonel Paratrooper Davide Piantanida handed over the leadership of the 184th Command and Tactical Support Unit (RCST) Paratroopers “Nembo” to Lieutenant Colonel Paratrooper Mirko Antonio De Mitri. Present at the ceremony were the Commander of the Paratroopers Brigade “Folgore”, Brigadier General Federico Bernacca, local military and civilian authorities and representatives […]

4 November 1918: Victory Day

November 4, 1918 is a date that will remain forever etched in the history of Italy. On this day, General Armando Diaz, Supreme Commander of the Italian Army, announced with the famous Victory Bulletin the end of hostilities against the Austro-Hungarian Empire, sanctioning Italy's victory and the end of the First World War. This moment marked the […]

Parachutist Officer Rodolfo Sganga appointed Army Corps General - brigatafolgore.net

Parachutist Officer Rodolfo Sganga appointed General of the Army Corps

As expected, by virtue of an outstanding career in the service of the nation and the international community, the former Commander of the Folgore Parachute Brigade (2017-2019), Rodolfo Sganga, has been appointed Army Corps General. Who is Rodolfo Sganga, the "total" Military Commander who was drafted in 1987 and subsequently attended the 169th Course of the Modena Military Academy. Promoted to Second Lieutenant [...]

Warfighting scenario exercises "BOA" and "CINGHIALE" for the 186th Parachute Regiment Folgore

The 186th Parachute Regiment "Folgore" recently concluded an important training cycle in a warfighting scenario on the Montagnola Senese, aimed at strengthening the operational and readiness capabilities of its personnel. The exercises, called "BOA" (23-27 September) and "CINGHIALE" (14-18 October), were organised with the aim of perfecting technical-tactical procedures in a warfighting scenario [...].

General Federico Bernacca is the new Commander of the Folgore Parachute Brigade

The last Italian Commander to leave Afghanistan in 2021, together with his Paratroopers, in a noisy silence. A career dedicated to national and international security at the Command of all airborne units, from the Parachute Platoon as a young Lieutenant at the 187th Regiment, to the Command of the 186th Parachute Regiment Folgore as a Colonel. As of yesterday, 23 October 2024, [...]

82nd Anniversary of the Battle of El-Alamein amidst a thousand emotions: the memory of the brave Lions, the change of Brigade Commander and the tribute to Vincenzo Aiello

Today, 23 October 2024, the Parachute Training Centre (CAPAR) in Pisa was the scene of a solemn and emotionally-charged celebration: the 82nd anniversary of the Battle of El-Alamein, in conjunction with the Parachute Specialty Day and the change of command of the Brigade. The Gamerra barracks, packed with thousands of Paratroopers in service and on leave, [...].

Vincenzo Aiello, 185th RGT Par. RAO 'Folgore' soldier found dead

In the night between 22 and 23 October 2024, fire fighter divers recovered the body of 45-year-old Staff Sergeant Vincenzo Aiello, originally from Catanzaro, Italy, an acquisitor belonging to the 185th Parachute Reconnaissance Target Acquisition Regiment Folgore (RRAO). The special forces operator had been missing since the afternoon hours of Tuesday 22 October, [...].

Launch of the Folgore Parachute Brigade's War Flags in Honour of the 82nd Anniversary of the Battle of El Alamein

On the occasion of the celebrations for the Anniversary of the Battle of El Alamein, the traditional aviolation of the War Flags of the Folgore Parachute Brigade units took place at the Altopascio drop zone. The event, rich in symbolism and history, was attended by the Commander of the Brigade, Brigadier General Massimiliano Mongillo, who led the [...]