Monument for the soldiers fallen at Mentana

The marble monument features sculptural elements depicting soldiers in motion, commemorating those who died during the Battle of Mentana in 1868.

Sculptor Luigi Belli completed this memorial in 1880, marking the sacrifice of 150 garibaldini who fought against French and papal forces.

The monument stands as a physical reminder of the Risorgimento period, when Italian forces struggled to establish national unity and independence.

Located at coordinates 45.4619301, 9.1818546, the memorial provides a central point for ceremonies and gatherings during national remembrance days.

Giuseppe Garibaldi personally attended the monument's inauguration ceremony, connecting this site directly to the military leader it commemorates.

Location: Milan

Creator: Luigi Belli

Made from material: marble

GPS coordinates: 45.46193,9.18185

Latest update: March 9, 2025 03:22