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Ettore Bastico

Italian general (1876-1972) · Italy · On the map · Politicians · Died at 96

Ettore Bastico was an Italian field marshal who served as the commander of Axis forces in North Africa from 1941 to 1943 during World War II. In addition to being a general of the Royal Italian Army, he served as the governor of the Italian held Aegean islands and of Libya.

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German Cross in Gold
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
Order of Vittorio Veneto

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After his time in the army, he became a military historian and published several books.

Country
Italy
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1876 to 1972 · aged 96