Monument to Mille

The Monument to Mille is a bronze installation in Quarto dei Mille with figures created by sculptor Eugenio Baroni depicting participants in the expedition. The composition shows detailed representations of volunteers who embodied this historical moment.

The monument commemorates the 1860 expedition when Garibaldi and his volunteer army departed from this location to unite Italy. This action became a turning point that transformed the nation's future.

The sculptures reflect how this expedition represented a defining moment for local people, expressing pride and collective purpose. The site shows how many from Genoa chose to join in a cause that shaped their nation.

The monument stands on Via V Maggio near the original departure point and is freely accessible throughout the year. The location sits in a central part of Genoa and is easy to reach on foot.

The monument includes representations of 157 volunteers from Liguria, with 138 specifically from Genoa, who joined Garibaldi's campaign. These numbers reveal how deeply the local population contributed to this national effort.

Location: Genoa

Address: Via V Maggio

GPS coordinates: 44.38820,8.99433

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00