Brazilian Military Cemetery of Pistoia
A memorial to Brazil's little-known role in World War II.

📜 Former WWII cemetery in Pistoia, Italy, now a memorial to Brazilian soldiers and a tomb of an unknown soldier.
🔍 Honors Brazilian soldiers who died in Italy during World War II. Designed by modernist architect Olavo Redig de Campos.

Why Go 🇧🇷 Learn about Brazil's significant role in WWII's European theatre

🏛️ Admire the modernist votive complex designed by Olavo Redig de Campos
🌳 Experience a serene site with stone terraces, pools, and lawns
🕊️ Pay respects at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and see engraved names of the fallen

Tips

ℹ️ The original 463 soldiers were repatriated to Brazil, but one unknown soldier remains.
📜 Names of fallen soldiers are engraved on a large stone wall.

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