Battle of Korytsa

Overview

The Battle of Korçë was a battle fought during the Greco-Italian War of 1940–41 in the town of Korçë in southern Albania between the defending Italian 9th Army and the attacking Greek III Army Corps. The town had been made the main base of operations for the Italian Air Force.

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Significance

The Battle of Korçë was fought between the Italian 9th Army, defending the town, and the attacking Greek III Army Corps during the Greco-Italian War of 1940–41. Korçë held particular operational importance as the main base of operations for the Italian Air Force in the theater, making its capture or defense a significant objective beyond the town itself. The engagement produced substantial casualties on both sides — 1,200 Italian and 2,348 Greek — reflecting the intensity of the fighting. Command fell to Ubaldo Soddu on the Italian side and Alexander Papagos directing Greek forces, placing the battle at the senior operational level of the conflict.

Forces & casualties

Commanders (2)