Overview

• President Sergio Mattarella highlighted the Army's commitment to peace and cooperation as a cornerstone of Italy’s role in the international community.
• Mattarella paid homage to fallen soldiers and expressed gratitude to active personnel for their unwavering service to the Republic.
• Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni thanked Army members for their courage and sacrifice in both domestic and international missions, emphasizing their essential contribution to national security.
• Defense Minister Guido Crosetto praised the Army for safeguarding democratic values and extended heartfelt recognition to those injured or lost in service.
• The Italian Army, officially established on May 4, 1861, continues to be celebrated for its evolution from regional forces to a unified national institution.