During WWI, from June 1915 to the end of 1916, he was assigned to the maritime defence of Grado, where, on the orders of LCDR Filippo Camperio first, and of CDR  Alfredo Dentice di Frasso later, he particularly distinguished himself, obtaining a silver medal for military valour.
During World War I, from June 1915 to the end of 1916, this individual served in the maritime defense of Grado. He was commended for his bravery and received a silver medal for military valor under the orders of LCDR Filippo Camperio and CDR Alfredo Dentice di Frasso.