Giuseppe Galliano
Giuseppe Galliano | |
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| Born | 27 September 1846 Vicoforte, Kingdom of Sardinia |
| Died | 1 March 1896 (aged 49) Adwa, Ethiopian Empire |
| Allegiance | Kingdom of Italy |
| Service | Royal Italian Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | Gold Medal of Military Valor |
Giuseppe Galliano (Vicoforte, 27 September 1846 – Adwa, 1 March 1896) was an officer of the Royal Italian Army, mostly known for his role during the First Italo-Ethiopian War. He perished in the Battle of Adwa and was posthumously awarded the Gold Medal of Military Valour.