Karst Plateau Collection

The Dark Hours of Italy; On the roads of the Lower Isonzo, the 3rd Italian army... 1917. Creator: Unknown
The Dark Hours of Italy; On the roads of the lower Isonzo, the 3rd Italian army, to avoid being flanked, fell back in an orderly fashion, evacuating the Karst Plateau, taking equipment and all crews

La grande attaque du Carso (aout 1916); Sur le Carso de Monfalcone: massif du Mont Cosich, 1916 Creator: Unknown
La grande attaque du Carso (aout 1916); Sur le Carso de Monfalcone: massif du Mont Cosich et des cotes 85 et 121, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

La grande attaque du Carso (aout 1916); La progression italienne sur le Carso, 1916. Creator: Unknown
La grande attaque du Carso (aout 1916); La progression italienne sur le Carso, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

La grande attaque du Carso (aout 1916); Tranchees autrichiennes du Monte San Michele, 1916. Creator: Unknown
La grande attaque du Carso (aout 1916); Tranchees autrichiennes du Monte San Michele bouleversees par l'artillerie italienne, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

Les Italiens a Gorizia; Croquis perspectif de la vallee de l'Isonzo, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Les Italiens a Gorizia; Croquis perspectif de la vallee de l'Isonzo des environs de Gorizia et du Carso, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Winter bucolic landscape
Roberto Marchegiani

Bucolic Landcape
Roberto Marchegiani

Gorizia and the Carso: map illustrating the Italian advance towards Trieste in 1916, (c1920). Italian lines in northern Italy during the First World War

In the past night our airship, fighting against strong air currents, managed to carry itself... (colour litho)
2777588 In the past night our airship, fighting against strong air currents, managed to carry itself... (colour litho) by Beltrame

In the Karst, on the morning of 22 July, our vigorous counter-offensive ends with a real route... (colour litho)
2815773 In the Karst, on the morning of 22 July, our vigorous counter-offensive ends with a real route... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Living Loot, an interrogation of Austrian prisoners just captured in the Karst (colour litho)
2815803 The Living Loot, an interrogation of Austrian prisoners just captured in the Karst (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Living Loot)

On the Karst, one of our aviators attacked an enemy balloon under observation that fell on fire... (colour litho)
2777610 On the Karst, one of our aviators attacked an enemy balloon under observation that fell on fire... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The intense shooting of the bombs before the victorious attacks on October 11, on the Karst (colour litho)
2777592 The intense shooting of the bombs before the victorious attacks on October 11, on the Karst (colour litho) by Beltrame

After the last offensive on the Karst, the recovery of the guns abandoned by the Austrians in the sinkholes
2777601 After the last offensive on the Karst, the recovery of the guns abandoned by the Austrians in the sinkholes (colour litho) by Beltrame

The stratagems of the vanquished, the Austrians try to stop with flames our offensive on the lsonzo (colour litho)
2815802 The stratagems of the vanquished, the Austrians try to stop with flames our offensive on the lsonzo (colour litho) by Beltrame

On the Karst, behind the advancing troops, the raids of prisoners in caves and dungeons (colour litho)
2808591 On the Karst, behind the advancing troops, the raids of prisoners in caves and dungeons (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Karst)

On the Karst, south of Monte Faiti, we rectified our forehead, advancing about 300 meters with a surprise overhang
2808546 On the Karst, south of Monte Faiti, we rectified our forehead, advancing about 300 meters with a surprise overhang (colour litho) by Beltrame

Relief Map of Gorizia and the Carso Plateau, 1917. Creator: Unknown
Relief Map of Gorizia and the Carso Plateau, 1917. General Cadornas forces took the fighting north of Gorizia on the volcanic Carso plateau which had been fortified by the Austrians

Karst Plateau, c1914-c1918. Photograph from a series of glass plate stereoview images depicting scenes from World War I (1914-1918)

WWI: ITALIAN ADVANCE. Map showing the point on the Karst Plateau reached by Italian forces under Luigi Cardona in 1917

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The Karst Plateau, located in Gorizia and the Carso, witnessed intense battles during World War I. In 1916, the Italian advance towards Trieste was illustrated on a map, showcasing their determination to conquer new territories. Despite facing strong air currents, our airship managed to navigate through the night, highlighting the relentless efforts made by both sides. A vigorous counter-offensive on the morning of July 22nd resulted in a significant victory for us on the Karst. The enemy faced a real rout as our forces pushed forward with unwavering strength. Interrogating Austrian prisoners captured during this operation provided valuable insights into their strategies and tactics. The constant activity of artillery on the Karst demonstrated the intensity of warfare in this region. Our aviators played a crucial role too; one daringly attacked an enemy balloon under observation that ultimately fell ablaze. October 11th marked another victorious day as we launched successful attacks after intense bombing campaigns on the Karst. The ferocious melee that ensued on August 26th ended with fleeing enemies amidst a grove in this rugged landscape. In aftermaths of battles, we recovered abandoned Austrian guns from sinkholes scattered across the Karst plateau. These trophies symbolized our triumph over vanquished foes who resorted to desperate stratagems like setting flames to stop our offensive along lsonzo. Facing violent attacks from Austrian counter-offensives along its extreme line, soldiers bravely defended their positions on the Karst plateau. Behind them lay caves and dungeons where prisoners were often held captive or raided upon by advancing troops. The history etched onto these colour lithographs depicts not only fierce combat but also showcases resilience and valor exhibited by those fighting amidst such challenging terrain –the majestic yet treacherous beauty of the Karst Plateau remains forever intertwined with tales of heroism and sacrifice.