Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. The Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia (the predecessor of modern Italy) formed the Bersaglieri in 1836. They were a highly mobile light infantry unit which was used in place of the more expensive cavalry units. Recruits had to be in excellent physical condition as they moved at a fast paced jog to make up for lack of horses. They also had to be expert marksmen. The Bersaglieri were easily recognized by their distinctive helmets which were adorned with black capercaillie feathers, a practice that is still upheld in present day.
When Italy entered WWII, the Bersaglieri no longer traveled solely on foot and had been outfitted with trucks and motorcycles. Each of the twelve Bersaglieri regiments had one motorcycle mounted battalion. Members of these battalions primarily rode 500cc Moto Guzzi Alces, the Alce tricycle or 350cc Bennellis. Six regiments served extensively in Africa between 1940 and 1943 with many victories. Their most famous victory came during a joint Axis campaign against the US 1st Armored Division in which they played a pivotal role in capturing the Kasserine Pass in Tunisia.
This is an impressive medical kit and is definitely for a platoon sized element. The amount of contents in this kit is incredible. There are countless bandages, tinctures, IV and transfusion related items (needles and tubing), German medical supplies as well as American medical supplies. Almost all of the items still retain their original labels and are still able to be translated and read properly. The overall condition is very good with all leather straps and buckles still functional and without any extensive damage.
Comes more than ready for further research and display.
Idiot Clause - the contents of this kit are pre-1945 manufacture and are NOT suitable for use. They are being sold as novelty collector pieces only.
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