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

πŸ“œ Former WWII cemetery in Pistoia, Italy, now a memorial to Brazilian soldiers and a tomb of an unknown soldier. πŸ” Honors Brazilian soldiers who died in Italy during World War II. Designed by modernist architect Olavo Redig de Campos. # Why Go πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Learn about Brazil's significant role in WWII's European theatre πŸ›οΈ Admire the modernist votive complex designed by Olavo Redig de Campos 🌳 Experience a serene site with stone terraces, pools, and lawns πŸ•ŠοΈ 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. πŸ“œ Names of fallen soldiers are engraved on a large stone wall.

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