Postcard IT-633154

Associazione Nazionale Alpini (ANA) is an Italian association representing the "Alpini in congedo" (Alpini on leave) of the Italian Army. The Alpini are a mountain infantry corps of the Italian Army, that distinguished itself in combat during World War I and World War II. As the ANA defines itself a quick reaction reserve corps [they consider themselves "reserve," not veterans] to the active Alpini units it has been nicknamed 10th Alpini Regiment.

Gabriele is a "veci" - a member of the ANA.