20,000 Italian soldiers joined the Yugoslavian Resistance after Sante Pelosin fired the first cannon shot against a German column on September 9, 1943.
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20,000 Italian soldiers joined the Yugoslavian Resistance after Sante Pelosin fired the first cannon shot against a German column on September 9, 1943.
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Synopsis
Sante Pelosin, known as Tarcisio, fires the first cannon shot at a German column in Nikšić, Montenegro, on September 9, 1943. This act marks the beginning of a significant shift as approximately 20,000 Italian soldiers choose to join the Yugoslavian Resistance instead of surrendering. The documentary recounts the experiences of the Garibaldi Division partisans, who faced extreme cold, hunger, and a devastating typhus epidemic while fighting against occupying forces. Their struggle reflects a determined commitment to their cause amid tremendous suffering.
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Why Watch
- See Sante Pelosin's pivotal cannon shot in 1943.
- Meet the 20,000 Italian soldiers who resisted surrender.
- Find out about the typhus epidemic affecting partisans.
Did You Know
- Sante Pelosin fired the first cannon shot on September 9, 1943.
- Around 20,000 Italian soldiers joined the Yugoslavian Resistance.
- The partisans faced a crushing typhus fever epidemic during their fight.
- The documentary features the Garibaldi Division's experiences.
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What event took place in Nikšić, Montenegro on September 9, 1943?
Sante Pelosin, nicknamed Tarcisio, fired the first cannon shot against a German column.
How many Italian soldiers joined the Yugoslavian Resistance after the initial conflict?
About 20,000 Italian soldiers decided to join the Yugoslavian Resistance instead of surrendering.
What challenges did the partisans of the Garibaldi Division face?
They faced extreme cold, hunger, and a severe typhus fever epidemic.
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