Monument to the fallen of Taranto, War memorial in Piazza della Vittoria, Taranto, Italy.
Description
The monument to the fallen of Taranto stands in Piazza della Vittoria and consists of a central pillar decorated with bronze sculptures, including a Roman trireme and soldiers carrying military insignia. The structure features multiple artistic elements that address themes of warfare and honor.
History
King Vittorio Emanuele III inaugurated the first phase in 1930, though the final completion with the Aquilifero bronze group occurred in 1953. This extended construction period reflects the turbulent decades between war's end and national recovery.
Culture
The monument displays mythological figures such as Athena and the goddess of Victory positioned on the central pillar, merging classical symbols with a modern design that honors fallen soldiers.
Practical
The monument sits centrally in the square and is easily accessible from all sides, allowing visitors time to examine it closely. The best time to photograph it is in the morning, when light accentuates the bronze sculptures.
Did you know?
Beneath the base sits a small crypt decorated with intricate mosaics and secured by two wrought iron doors. The walls bear Latin inscriptions honoring Italian valor in warfare.
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