57th Infantry Division "Lombardia"
The 57th Infantry Division "Lombardia" (Italian: 57ª Divisione di fanteria "Lombardia") was an infantry division of the Royal Italian Army during World War II. The Lombardia was formed on 24 May 1939 in Pula and named for the region of Lombardy. The division was disbanded by the Germans after the Armistice of Cassibile was announced on 8 September 1943.
| 57th Infantry Division "Lombardia" | |
|---|---|
57th Infantry Division "Lombardia" insignia | |
| Active | 1939–1943 |
| Country | Kingdom of Italy |
| Branch | Royal Italian Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | Division |
| Garrison/HQ | Pula |
| Engagements | World War II Battle of the Neretva |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | General Giovanni Esposito |
| Insignia | |
| Identification symbol | Lombardia Division gorget patches |
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