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 [...]
In recent years, technological evolution has led to a significant change in the way wars are conducted and nations are defended. Central to this transformation is the rise of cyber attacks in the military context, which have become one of the most significant and insidious threats to global security. These attacks, which range from theft [...]
During Operation Airone, the Folgore Parachute Brigade deploys almost 1,000 men - Copyright Italian Army
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 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 [...]
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 [...].
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 [...]
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 [...]
I have a merchandising company, can I create items and clothing such as overalls, t-shirts, etc. with the logos of Army units? Can I publish the logos of Army units or armed forces on my site? Let us clarify. The use of coats of arms and emblems and any distinctive sign of the Armed Forces is regulated by the Decree [...].
BrigataFolgore.net is back online with a completely renewed site, ready to become the point of reference for Paratroopers of all Eras. With a modern platform and enriched by numerous dedicated sections, available to anyone who wishes to explore the history, missions, departments and activities of the Heroic Brigade. With a modern platform and a […]
