First World War era Bersaglieri

First World War era Bersaglieri

The Bersaglieri were formed in Piedmont in 1836 as a force of elite marksman. By the First World War they were seen as high quality light infantry. Here we see a First World War era Bersaglieri examining a position that his transport was about to pass to make sure it was safe.
How to cite this article: Rickard, J (20 October 2009), First World War era Bersaglieri , http://www.historyofwar.org/Pictures/pictures_bersaglieri_wwI.html

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