Leopoldo Prato
Leopoldo Prato | |
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| Born | February 3, 1845 Pamparato, Piedmont, Sardinia-Piedmont |
| Died | March 1, 1896 (aged 51) Adwa, Tigray, Ethiopia |
| Allegiance | Italy |
| Branch | Royal Italian Army |
| Years of service | 1862 – 1896 |
| Rank | Major |
| Commands | 6th African Infantry Battalion |
| Battles / wars | First Italo-Ethiopian War |
| Awards | Gold Medal of Military Valor |
| Alma mater | Scuola Militare di Fanteria |
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Leopoldo Cesare Prato was an Italian major of the First Italo-Ethiopian War. He commanded the 6th African Infantry Battalion during the Battle of Adwa before being killed in the battle. He was also a posthumous recipient of the Gold Medal of Military Valor for his service in the battle.