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Matteo Albertone

generalKingdom of Italy1 battle1 war

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1840 – 1919

18401850186018701880189019001910First Italo-Ethiopian War · 1894-1896Battle of Adwa — March 1, 1896 · Kingdom of Italy · First Italo-Ethiopian War

Active service 1896 — 1 battle across 1 war; first command at age 56.

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Matteo Francesco Albertone OCI was an Italian general, mostly known for his role during the First Italo-Ethiopian War. He led the Native Brigade during the battle of Adwa and was taken prisoner by the Ethiopians.

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Last verified June 2026
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