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Alberto Da Zara Biography and Timeline

Follow Alberto Da Zara through 3 dated historical records for Italy.

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Alberto Da Zara, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

3Distinct records

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1942

14 June 1942

Operation Harpoon

Admiral · Commander, 7th Naval Division · Palermo · Warfare / World War, 2nd

Da Zara sails from Palermo with the 7th Naval Division to intercept the British Harpoon convoy approaching Malta.

Role range: 1939-1945 – 1942

15 June 1942

Attack on Harpoon Convoy

Admiral · Commander, 7th Naval Division · Sicilian Channel · Warfare / World War, 2nd

Da Zara manoeuvres through British smoke screens and attacks escorts and merchant ships during the Battle of Pantelleria.

Role range: 1939-1945 – 1942

15 June 1942

Battle of Pantelleria

Admiral · Commander, 7th Naval Division · Pantelleria · Warfare / World War, 2nd

Da Zara's cruisers intercept the Harpoon convoy south of Pantelleria and open fire shortly after 05:30.

Role range: 1939-1945 – 1942

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