The Montello Cycling Tour: The Boys of '99 [#2]
We find ourselves at Monumento Ragazzi del '99 in Santa Croce del Montello, a monument dedicated to The Boys of '99. These kids got their call for conscription in 1916 at the age of 17 and sent to the front lines in 1917 once they reached the age of 18.
The first group of 80,000 conscripts was called upon in first 4 months of 1917. Upon arrival, they were hastily prepared for war and merged into the front lines along the Piave in November 1917, shorty after the losses in the Battle of Caporetto in October. Earlier that year in May, another group of 180,000 teenagers was called, with a smaller group later in July.
Source The end of 1917 was a time of desperation for the Italian Army, as the Battle of Caporetto was a costly defeat and both the German and Austro-Hungarian forces were gaining ground. The Italians managed to prop up their ranks at the Piave, Grappa and Montello with the fresh, but inexperienced Boys of '99. These new numbers helped with the landslide victory in the Second Battle of the Piave River in June 1918 and allowed for a large scale counter-offensive in the Battle of Vittorio Veneto, the Italian victory that ended the war on the Italian front in November 1918 and contributed to the end of WW1 just one week later. In many places you'll find references to the Boys of '99, from a statue and park in Bassano del Grappa to a viaduct in Gorizia and a plaque in Milan. The last person of the Boys of '99 to remain was Giovanni Antonio Carta, who was born in December 1899 and passed away in June 2007.
Statue Ragazzi del '99 in Bassano del Grappa
The monument itself features a large holy cross (Santa Croce), a statue of one of the Boys of '99 holding a flag pole, a second statue representing the mothers of the kids, as well as two field guns. There's a large plague in honor of "The Heroes of Montello", awarding medals of Military Valor in memory of a number of soldiers. General Giuseppe Vaccari is also highlighted for his command over the XXII corps, which played an integral part in the victory in the Battle of Vittorio Veneto,
Source Three times a day, the church back in Santa Croce plays La Leggenda del Piave, a patriotic song about the Italian victory in the Second Battle of the Piave River. You can listen to the song below! [previewyoutube=mXzeQqBy_Z4;full][/previewyoutube] There's a small local history museum near the monument with a complete historical archive of the Ragazzi del '99, but this can only be visited on request.
In Isonzo, you may recognize "Ragazzi del '99" from the achievement with the same name. It requires you to win 10 matches as a Defender, in honor of the role the Boys of '99 had in halting the Central Powers' advance and pushing them back out of Italy.
Next time, we'll head further south in the direction of Nervesa della Battaglia. It's about an 18 minute cycle with some elevation. Our stop next week is the Monumento a Francesco Baracca. See you there!
The route on Google Maps [hr][/hr]
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[ 2024-09-13 12:40:38 CET ] [ Original post ]
To celebrate the release of the Montello Expansion, we bring you the Montello Cycling Tour! Clear skies and a light breeze not included.
In the Cycling Tour, we'll be exploring the area represented in the Montello map. There's a lot of history to be found here, from the very structures that played a role in this battle to the monuments erected in memory della Grande Guerra. Every friday we'll make a new stop at one of these historic locations until we arrive at our final destination: The Nervesa della Battaglia train station.
We arrive at the second stop of the tour after a short 5 minute cycle through Parrocchia Santa Croce. It gets quite steep here, so I hope you haven't been skipping leg day.
The route on Google Maps
Oh and by the way, happy anniversary! Isonzo released exactly 2 years ago, so we'd like to thank you for being here with us! We couldn't have gotten this far with you, and there's plenty more on the way! Now, onto the tour.
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Stop #2: Monumento Ragazzi del '99
We find ourselves at Monumento Ragazzi del '99 in Santa Croce del Montello, a monument dedicated to The Boys of '99. These kids got their call for conscription in 1916 at the age of 17 and sent to the front lines in 1917 once they reached the age of 18.
About the Boys of '99
The first group of 80,000 conscripts was called upon in first 4 months of 1917. Upon arrival, they were hastily prepared for war and merged into the front lines along the Piave in November 1917, shorty after the losses in the Battle of Caporetto in October. Earlier that year in May, another group of 180,000 teenagers was called, with a smaller group later in July.
Source The end of 1917 was a time of desperation for the Italian Army, as the Battle of Caporetto was a costly defeat and both the German and Austro-Hungarian forces were gaining ground. The Italians managed to prop up their ranks at the Piave, Grappa and Montello with the fresh, but inexperienced Boys of '99. These new numbers helped with the landslide victory in the Second Battle of the Piave River in June 1918 and allowed for a large scale counter-offensive in the Battle of Vittorio Veneto, the Italian victory that ended the war on the Italian front in November 1918 and contributed to the end of WW1 just one week later. In many places you'll find references to the Boys of '99, from a statue and park in Bassano del Grappa to a viaduct in Gorizia and a plaque in Milan. The last person of the Boys of '99 to remain was Giovanni Antonio Carta, who was born in December 1899 and passed away in June 2007.
Statue Ragazzi del '99 in Bassano del Grappa
The Monument
The monument itself features a large holy cross (Santa Croce), a statue of one of the Boys of '99 holding a flag pole, a second statue representing the mothers of the kids, as well as two field guns. There's a large plague in honor of "The Heroes of Montello", awarding medals of Military Valor in memory of a number of soldiers. General Giuseppe Vaccari is also highlighted for his command over the XXII corps, which played an integral part in the victory in the Battle of Vittorio Veneto,
Source Three times a day, the church back in Santa Croce plays La Leggenda del Piave, a patriotic song about the Italian victory in the Second Battle of the Piave River. You can listen to the song below! [previewyoutube=mXzeQqBy_Z4;full][/previewyoutube] There's a small local history museum near the monument with a complete historical archive of the Ragazzi del '99, but this can only be visited on request.
In-game
In Isonzo, you may recognize "Ragazzi del '99" from the achievement with the same name. It requires you to win 10 matches as a Defender, in honor of the role the Boys of '99 had in halting the Central Powers' advance and pushing them back out of Italy.
Up next
Next time, we'll head further south in the direction of Nervesa della Battaglia. It's about an 18 minute cycle with some elevation. Our stop next week is the Monumento a Francesco Baracca. See you there!
The route on Google Maps [hr][/hr]
Visit Montello!
The Montello Cycling Tour is a collaboration with local organizations. We'd like to thank them for helping us out with information about the region, the history and photos they provided. If you're interested in visiting the area, please check them out and tell them we sent you! [table noborder=1] [tr] [td]
[/td] [td] For bike renting and a historic tour with possibility for a meal.
Bike Rental Montello
https://aglizattieri.com/ [/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]
[/td] [td] Looking for your next holiday destination?
Visit Prosecco Hills
https://visitproseccohills.it/en [/td] [/tr] [tr] [td]
[/td] [td] Want to learn more about WW1 and the history of the area?
Museo della Battaglia di Vittorio Veneto
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2022-09-13
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🎮 Full Controller Support
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World War One expands to the mountains of the Italian Front - beautiful but deadly in equal measure. Inspired by the two year struggle for control of the Isonzo river valley and the Alps during World War One, Isonzo elevates the WW1 Games Series, figuratively and literally.
From the makers of Verdun and Tannenberg …
The new Offensive game mode puts you right in the middle of key historical offensives on the Italian Front. Lead the charge across stunning Italian landscapes as you choose your path to victory - cut paths through barbed wire, flank your enemies by following mountain trails, or man a mortar to blast a way through. Shape a dynamic battlefield by laying sandbags and wire, placing ammo crates, deploying trench periscopes or sniper shields, and more.
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Take part in historical offensives from the Sixth Battle of the Isonzo to the Strafexpedition. Reflecting the course of the actual battles, as the attackers advance the fighting will shift through vastly different landscapes within a single offensive: from hillside fortresses to mountain trenches and fierce urban combat on city streets. Everything is recreated based on research and field trips, from sound effects and uniforms down to the houses, vineyards and trenches you’ll be fighting over.
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Call in support with a unique historically accurate flare system: flare guns can mark targets for artillery or biplane flybys, or different colored flares can be used to guide your team. Once the big guns have softened up the enemy, finish the job at close quarters with an Arditi dagger or mountaineer’s pickaxe. Man heavy machine guns, mortars and even mountain guns for more direct fire support.
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Choose from six classes based on historical combat roles and build your loadout from a selection of weapons, equipment and perks linked to that class, giving flexibility and variety while staying grounded in what real soldiers might have carried. You’ll be operating wire cutters, bandaging yourself and wounded teammates, and blowing the whistle to start an assault. One shot can kill and even lighter injuries can lead to quickly bleeding out.
Being an effective soldier in Isonzo is not just about being a good marksman. Mastering the terrain is also key - the mountain can be a friend or foe. Learn how to navigate well to maintain cover and surprise your enemies or support your allies.
Finally… watch out for the dreaded poison gas. You’ve never experienced WW1 action quite like this!
Isonzo key features include:
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Immerse yourself in more WW1 action with our other standalone titles Tannenberg and Verdun. Experience trench warfare on the Western Front in Verdun, or maneuver for control of key sectors in Tannenberg on the Eastern Front. These authentic WW1 shooters let players choose from a range of squads from across the war, as they fight for control of the ever-changing frontlines.
From the makers of Verdun and Tannenberg …
The new Offensive game mode puts you right in the middle of key historical offensives on the Italian Front. Lead the charge across stunning Italian landscapes as you choose your path to victory - cut paths through barbed wire, flank your enemies by following mountain trails, or man a mortar to blast a way through. Shape a dynamic battlefield by laying sandbags and wire, placing ammo crates, deploying trench periscopes or sniper shields, and more.
Take part in historical offensives from the Sixth Battle of the Isonzo to the Strafexpedition. Reflecting the course of the actual battles, as the attackers advance the fighting will shift through vastly different landscapes within a single offensive: from hillside fortresses to mountain trenches and fierce urban combat on city streets. Everything is recreated based on research and field trips, from sound effects and uniforms down to the houses, vineyards and trenches you’ll be fighting over.
Call in support with a unique historically accurate flare system: flare guns can mark targets for artillery or biplane flybys, or different colored flares can be used to guide your team. Once the big guns have softened up the enemy, finish the job at close quarters with an Arditi dagger or mountaineer’s pickaxe. Man heavy machine guns, mortars and even mountain guns for more direct fire support.
Choose from six classes based on historical combat roles and build your loadout from a selection of weapons, equipment and perks linked to that class, giving flexibility and variety while staying grounded in what real soldiers might have carried. You’ll be operating wire cutters, bandaging yourself and wounded teammates, and blowing the whistle to start an assault. One shot can kill and even lighter injuries can lead to quickly bleeding out.
Being an effective soldier in Isonzo is not just about being a good marksman. Mastering the terrain is also key - the mountain can be a friend or foe. Learn how to navigate well to maintain cover and surprise your enemies or support your allies.
Finally… watch out for the dreaded poison gas. You’ve never experienced WW1 action quite like this!
Isonzo key features include:
- Mountain warfare: Assaulting mountain fortifications, battling through ruined towns, and fording rivers are just a few of the challenges you’ll face as you fight your way through numerous enemy positions
- Tactical multiplayer FPS: Choose your role and loadout carefully to survive this high altitude combat - play a sniper to pick off the enemy engineers before they can cut your wire, use rifle grenades to clear enemy machine guns, and much more
- World War One Gameplay: Historical Offensive game mode based on real battles and focused on the unique challenges of Alpine warfare. Fight with 30+ WW1 weapons, poisonous gas attacks, and intense artillery barrages
- Build for victory: Place your own wire, sandbags, trench periscopes, and more! Whether you’re digging in or on the attack, shaping the battlefield to your advantage will be key to victory
- Faces of war: Make every class your own by picking from a variety of historically class-appropriate uniforms, accessories and headgear. As a finishing touch, you can even pick your mustache from several famous period-accurate styles!
- Authentic WW1 atmosphere: Accuracy in everything from maps and weaponry to music and the uniforms – fight for the Kingdom of Italy or the Austro-Hungarian Dual Monarchy
More Games in the Authentic WW1 Game Series
Immerse yourself in more WW1 action with our other standalone titles Tannenberg and Verdun. Experience trench warfare on the Western Front in Verdun, or maneuver for control of key sectors in Tannenberg on the Eastern Front. These authentic WW1 shooters let players choose from a range of squads from across the war, as they fight for control of the ever-changing frontlines.
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