Memorial · Milan

Ai Caduti di Tutte le Guerre

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This obelisk serves as a memorial in Milan, dedicated to those who died in all wars. It stands as a significant point of remembrance, established to honour the individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice across various conflicts. The monument reflects a community's enduring commitment to commemorating its fallen, ensuring their memory persists through time. It provides a focal point for reflection on the broader human cost of war, embracing all who dedicated their lives. The choice of an obelisk form often symbolises permanence and ascent, fitting for a site intended to convey lasting tribute.

The memorial is situated within a tradition of public commemorations that became widespread following major European conflicts. Such monuments often emerged from local initiatives, reflecting a communal desire to honour specific groups of casualties and articulate national or local identity in the face of loss. While the sculptor is not specified in relation to this particular piece, the era saw artists embracing diverse styles to convey powerful messages through public art. The creation of this memorial aligns with a period where communities sought tangible ways to remember and interpret the impact of military engagements on their population.

The memorial is located in Milan. Visitors will find an obelisk, characteristic of many public commemorative structures. Its presence in the city allows for easy access by those wishing to pay their respects or to reflect on its historical significance. As a public monument, it is accessible to all, providing a tranquil space for contemplation amidst the urban environment. Respectful behaviour is encouraged, maintaining the dignity of the site dedicated to remembrance.

Inscription

“Da questo monumento che ai suoi caduti immortali Sesto S. Giovanni consacrò o Madre Italia grida la tua vittoria al sole di tutti i secoli”
Transcribed from the Memorial at Milan.

Background

Da questo monumento che ai suoi caduti immortali Sesto S. Giovanni consacrò o Madre Italia grida la tua vittoria al sole di tutti i secoli

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Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Geographic data via OpenStreetMap.

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Data sources

Location records are drawn from open, licence-clean datasets, kept here with attribution and gratitude to the people who maintain them.

  • Open Plaques, dedicated to the public domain (CC0). See openplaques.org.
  • Wikidata, available under the CC0 1.0 Universal dedication.
  • © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database Licence.
  • Historic England, National Heritage List for England, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. War memorial records are drawn from open community datasets (OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, NHLE) - never from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, which is excluded.

Editorial descriptions, photography and tribute links are original TributeLegacy work, layered on top of the open data.

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