Monumento Matteo Wade
Museum | Civitella Del Tronto | Abruzzi | Italy
The Monument to Matteo Wade in Civitella del Tronto, Abruzzo, is a neoclassical marble monument erected in 1829 by King Francesco I of Naples in honor of the Irish officer Matteo Wade. Wade played a crucial role in defending the fortress of Civitella del Tronto during the siege in 1806.
Background:
Matteo Wade, an Irish soldier, served in the Kingdom of Naples. In March 1806, he took command of the fortress of Civitella del Tronto and led a brave defense against the French troops led by Joachim Murat. Despite being outnumbered, the garrison held out until May 21, 1806, when they finally had to surrender.
The Monument:
The monument was created by the sculptor Tito Angelini and was inaugurated in 1829 by King Francesco I of Naples. It is located on Largo Rosati in Civitella del Tronto and commemorates the heroic defense of the fortress by Wade and his men.
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