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First Battle of the Isonzo
1915 • Friaul Stellungskrieg
Historical Overview
Italy's first offensive to capture Trieste and Gorizia.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Austrian defensive victory.
Kingdom of Italy
- Commander: Luigi Cadorna
- Strength: 225000
- Casualties: ca. 15.000
Austria-Hungary
- Commander: Svetozar Boroević
- Strength: 115000
- Casualties: ca. 10.000
Strategic Context
Italian attempt to break through the Austrian defense at the Isonzo River.
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