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Monument Royal Canadian Artillery

On Monte Assoro near the castle in the Parco Urbana di Assoro is a monument commemorating the Royal Canadian Artillery. On the 24th of July 1943 the headquarters of the 1st Canadian Divisional Artillery was established here. From this spot they had a superb view of the area around Assoro and they could support the troops fighting during the battles of Nissoria and Agira.

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Source

  • Text: Jimmy Hilgen
  • Photos: Jimmy Hilgen

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