Museum of the White War in Adamello

The White War Museum in Adamello is a significant historical site located in Temù in the Alta Val Camonica, in the province of Brescia, and in Colico in the province of Lecco. It offers a unique insight into the historical and military heritage of the First World War, particularly the so-called White War in Adamello-Presanella. This was the high mountain front between the Stelvio Pass and Lake Garda, which was a part of the Italian front during the Great War.

Museum Activities and Collections

The activities carried out by the White War Museum in Adamello include the census, recovery, cataloging, classification, preservation, and display of goods related to the White War. These goods include both movable items such as artifacts, manuscripts, and photographs, and immovable items such as roads, military trails, and fortifications. This information provides an overview of the museum's extensive collection and its dedication to preserving and showcasing the historical and military heritage of the White War.

Museum Layout and Exhibits

The museum building is divided into two floors. On the first floor, visitors can see a reconstructed barracks made with the original materials from the conflict and a 75/27 Mod. 1911 cannon. There are also displays of the types of cannon projectiles used in the war and original period photographs. On the upper floor, there are showcases with weapons, ammunition, uniforms of the two armies, and a reconstruction of a cable car made with original pieces from the conflict. This information provides a detailed overview of what visitors can expect to see during their visit to the museum.