Libyan War Collection

An episode of the battle of the 27, an Alpine volunteer who surprises and takes an Arab prisoner... (colour litho)
2808459 An episode of the battle of the 27, an Alpine volunteer who surprises and takes an Arab prisoner... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Italo-Turkish War, the discovery of the bodies of two valiant officers of the Lodi cavalry between
2815490 The Italo-Turkish War, the discovery of the bodies of two valiant officers of the Lodi cavalry between... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Battle of the day 8 July for the capture of Misrata, the square of the Alpine that resists... (colour litho)
2808497 Battle of the day 8 July for the capture of Misrata, the square of the Alpine that resists... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Resumption of the war for the definitive occupation of the Cyrenaic plateau... (colour litho)
2815556 Resumption of the war for the definitive occupation of the Cyrenaic plateau... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The battle of Cars-el-Leben of the 17 Corr, Arabs surrendering, and taken prisoner beg... (colour litho)
2808517 The battle of Cars-el-Leben of the 17 Corr, Arabs surrendering, and taken prisoner beg... (colour litho) by Beltrame

After the battle of Zanzur, Gen Frugoni with other senior officers visits the conquered... (colour litho)
2808489 After the battle of Zanzur, Gen Frugoni with other senior officers visits the conquered... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Partial resumption of hostilities in Cyrenaica, Eritrean ascaris launched to chase the Bedouins... (colour litho)
2815508 Partial resumption of hostilities in Cyrenaica, Eritrean ascaris launched to chase the Bedouins... (colour litho) by Beltrame

New offensive means of war, effects of bombs dropped by an Italian military aviator on the... (colour litho)
2815491 New offensive means of war, effects of bombs dropped by an Italian military aviator on the... (colour litho) by Beltrame

An episode of value around a Corporal of the Cavalry Lodi who fell, wounded and stripped by... (colour litho)
2808496 An episode of value around a Corporal of the Cavalry Lodi who fell, wounded and stripped by... (colour litho) by Beltrame

An episode of the Battle of Zanzur, Arabs caught in a cave where, safe... (colour litho)
2808490 An episode of the Battle of Zanzur, Arabs caught in a cave where, safe... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An episode of the Battle of Zanzur)

The first war enterprise of the Ascars in Tripolitania, arrest of Arab soldiers in a place... (colour litho)
2808457 The first war enterprise of the Ascars in Tripolitania, arrest of Arab soldiers in a place... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The bitter conquest of Benghazi, ... to the fateful cry of Savoy! our people assaulted the enemy... (colour litho)
2815486 The bitter conquest of Benghazi, ...to the fateful cry of Savoy! our people assaulted the enemy... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Battle on October 26 in the oasis of Tripoli, the 8th company of the 84th infantry conquers... (colour litho)
2815488 Battle on October 26 in the oasis of Tripoli, the 8th company of the 84th infantry conquers... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The conquest of Libya, peaceful reconnaissance inside to friend the people and recognize places (colour litho)
2815619 The conquest of Libya, peaceful reconnaissance inside to friend the people and recognize places (colour litho) by Beltrame

Peaceful penetration into the interior of Libya, the Sahel Mudir welcomes our authorities (Colour Litho)
2808536 Peaceful penetration into the interior of Libya, the Sahel Mudir welcomes our authorities (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Another advance in Derna, Alpine troops forced by the roughness of the places to carry on their shoulders
2808523 Another advance in Derna, Alpine troops forced by the roughness of the places to carry on their shoulders... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Ambush by our soldiers and eventful arrest of some Arabs near the... (colour litho)
2808513 Ambush by our soldiers and eventful arrest of some Arabs near the... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Sovereigns visit in the park of the Royal Palace of Caserta the Eritrean Ascari who were injured during
2808487 The Sovereigns visit in the park of the Royal Palace of Caserta the Eritrean Ascari who were injured during... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Valuable episodes, an officer who gathers on the field, in Homs, a wounded corporal and among the fire
2808452 Valuable episodes, an officer who gathers on the field, in Homs, a wounded corporal and among the fire... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The families of the fighting soldiers in Africa filmed at the Milan Arena because there... (colour litho)
2808443 The families of the fighting soldiers in Africa filmed at the Milan Arena because there... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Submission of the Mansur tribe to Italy, a picturesque ride of the leaders in Derna to deliver their weapons
2815593 Submission of the Mansur tribe to Italy, a picturesque ride of the leaders in Derna to deliver their weapons (colour litho) by Beltrame

In the Cyrenaic plateau, patrols of the Vestone Alpini in reconnaissance on the sides of the Derna in... (colour litho)
2815565 In the Cyrenaic plateau, patrols of the Vestone Alpini in reconnaissance on the sides of the Derna in... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Royal Princes Solemnly Deliver Medals to Military Aviators for the War in Libya in Turin (Colour Litho)
2815552 The Royal Princes Solemnly Deliver Medals to Military Aviators for the War in Libya in Turin (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The eviction of the Tripoli oasis, the flight of more than sixty thousand inhabitants in front of the advance of our
2815503 The eviction of the Tripoli oasis, the flight of more than sixty thousand inhabitants in front of the advance of our soldiers (colour litho) by Beltrame

Official annexation of Tripolitania to Italy, auctioneers who read in Arabic in the streets... (colour litho)
2815492 Official annexation of Tripolitania to Italy, auctioneers who read in Arabic in the streets... (colour litho) by Beltrame

An uprising in Tripoli, Turkish soldiers who throw their weapons and refuse to serve for not being paid (colour litho)
2814773 An uprising in Tripoli, Turkish soldiers who throw their weapons and refuse to serve for not being paid (colour litho) by Beltrame

Patrol of carabinieri on horseback that arrests surprised natives in the Gebel, in Cyrenaica... (colour litho)
2815646 Patrol of carabinieri on horseback that arrests surprised natives in the Gebel, in Cyrenaica... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Italian conquest of the distant Fezzan, parties and tributes to the black population of the country of Brak
2815607 Italian conquest of the distant Fezzan, parties and tributes to the black population of the country of Brak... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The triumphant arrival in Naples of the 11th Bersaglieri Regiment, back from Libya (colour litho)
2815575 The triumphant arrival in Naples of the 11th Bersaglieri Regiment, back from Libya (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Col Maddalena flies the flag on the marabutton of Sidi Aziz and the cry of Savoy! (colour litho)
2815534 The Col Maddalena flies the flag on the marabutton of Sidi Aziz and the cry of Savoy! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Triumphant return of the troops from the Libyan war, arrival in Milan of the flag and some... (colour litho)
2815511 Triumphant return of the troops from the Libyan war, arrival in Milan of the flag and some... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Italian conquest of Tripolitania widens gradually, raising the flag on the tip of Tagiura (colour litho)
2815502 The Italian conquest of Tripolitania widens gradually, raising the flag on the tip of Tagiura (colour litho) by Beltrame

In Tripoli, the solemn presentation of the gold medal to the glorious 84th infantry
2815500 In Tripoli, the solemn presentation of the gold medal to the glorious 84th infantry, the kiss of the award-winning flag (colour litho) by Beltrame

For the Christmas of the soldiers in Africa, departure from Milan, as from every other city, of avalanches
2815499 For the Christmas of the soldiers in Africa, departure from Milan, as from every other city, of avalanches... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Italian Tripolitania, the first flights of military airplanes to Tripoli between the deep... (colour litho)
2815487 The Italian Tripolitania, the first flights of military airplanes to Tripoli between the deep... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The dangers of aviation, Captain Moizo during a flight between Tripoli and Zuara must descend... (colour litho)
2808516 The dangers of aviation, Captain Moizo during a flight between Tripoli and Zuara must descend... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The poetry of war, the latest folk songs inspired by the war in Libya are now... (colour litho)
2808510 The poetry of war, the latest folk songs inspired by the war in Libya are now... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The poetry of war)

A sharp advance of an artillery battery in Tripoli to transport it to the trenches (colour litho)
2808469 A sharp advance of an artillery battery in Tripoli to transport it to the trenches (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Patriotic demonstrations that took place in Italy at the announcement of the ultimatum to Turkey
2815481 Patriotic demonstrations that took place in Italy at the announcement of the ultimatum to Turkey, the demonstration in Milan (colour litho) by Beltrame

The last period of the great combined maneuvers, boarding of the material and the troop (colour litho)
2815147 The last period of the great combined maneuvers, boarding of the material and the troop (colour litho) by Beltrame

End of the Italo-Turkish War, the peace treaty is signed by the Plenipotentiaries... (colour litho)
2808525 End of the Italo-Turkish War, the peace treaty is signed by the Plenipotentiaries... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

After the capture of Zuara, a messenger who comes to the trenches in the name of the leaders to ask... (colour litho)
2808508 After the capture of Zuara, a messenger who comes to the trenches in the name of the leaders to ask... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The battle of Sidi Ali, ... behind the ranks of the fighting Arabs you could see Turkish soldiers... (colour litho)
2808499 The battle of Sidi Ali, ...behind the ranks of the fighting Arabs you could see Turkish soldiers... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Italo-Turkish War, the 149 battery disperses in Bu-Kamech, towards the Tunisian border
2808493 The Italo-Turkish War, the 149 battery disperses in Bu-Kamech, towards the Tunisian border, an enemy caravan (colour litho) by Beltrame

The disloyal of the war, Turkish soldiers who deceive the Arabs by showing them old uniforms... (colour litho)
2808491 The disloyal of the war, Turkish soldiers who deceive the Arabs by showing them old uniforms... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Returning from the war of the first soldiers discharged, the people crowded in the port of Naples say goodbye
2808471 Returning from the war of the first soldiers discharged, the people crowded in the port of Naples say goodbye... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Skilful landing by surprise of a large expedition force between Zuara and the Tunisian border for... (colour litho)
2808470 Skilful landing by surprise of a large expedition force between Zuara and the Tunisian border for... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Arabs bombed at Zanzur as they were preparing to welcome one of our balloons to be shot... (colour litho)
2808461 Arabs bombed at Zanzur as they were preparing to welcome one of our balloons to be shot... (colour litho) by Beltrame

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"Capturing the Essence of the Libyan War: A Glimpse into its Intense Episodes" In this captivating collection of colour lithographs, we are transported back to the tumultuous days of the Libyan War. Each image tells a story, revealing snippets of bravery, treachery, and resilience that defined this historic conflict. One litho depicts an episode from the Battle of the 27th; here, an Alpine volunteer surprises everyone by single-handedly capturing an Arab prisoner. The sheer audacity and resourcefulness displayed in such moments remind us of the indomitable spirit that fueled both sides. Moving on to another scene captured in vibrant hues, we witness the Battle of March 3 in Derna. Trenches filled with fallen comrades serve as macabre shelters for Turkish soldiers who valiantly resist but ultimately succumb to their fate. This haunting image serves as a reminder that war is not just about victories but also about profound loss. The Italo-Turkish War unfolds before our eyes through yet another lithograph. Two brave officers from Lodi cavalry are discovered lifeless between battle-scarred landscapes - a poignant testament to their unwavering dedication and sacrifice. An insidious revolt by Arabs in Tripoli takes center stage next; traitors who had previously accepted allegiance now face swift justice at Italian hands. The vivid colours bring forth emotions ranging from anger to sorrow as we contemplate how loyalties can shift amidst chaos and conflict. The capture of Misrata becomes a focal point in another striking lithograph where Alpines defiantly hold their ground against all odds. Their unwavering determination shines through even amidst turmoil and destruction. February 27 witnesses yet another triumph for Italian forces as they conquer Mergheb Heights near Homs with bayonets gleaming under golden sunlight - defeating Turkish-Arab resistance once again. These images depict not only military prowess but also highlight the complexity of alliances and betrayals that shaped this war.