About Ugo Forno
Lived 1932 – 1944 (aged 12). Ugo Forno was an Italian partisan and student.
Plaque to Forno in Parco Virgiliano in RomeUgo Forno (Rome, 27 April 1932 – 5 June 1944) was an Italian student killed in Rome during World War II, while fighting against German invasion forces as a resistance fighter, during the defence of a railway bridge on the Aniene. Known as "Ughetto," he was in second-grade at the time and died while German sappers attempted to destroy the bridge. The mission was successful, but mortar rounds killed Forno and other partisans.
The bridge is now named after him.
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Who was Ugo Forno?
young Italian resistance fighter (1932–1944)
When was Ugo Forno born?
Ugo Forno was born on 27 April 1932 in Rome.
When did Ugo Forno die?
Ugo Forno died on 5 June 1944 in Rome.
What was Ugo Forno's occupation?
Ugo Forno was a partisan and student.
What nationality was Ugo Forno?
Ugo Forno was Italian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ugo Forno. https://biography.guide/ugo-forno/
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