What is il battaglione perduto?

Il Battaglione Perduto is the Italian title of the Hollywood movie "The Lost Battalion." It is a war movie that depicts the events of October 1918, during the final phase of World War I. The movie is based on the real-life story of the 77th Infantry Division of the American Expeditionary Force, which was surrounded by German forces in the Argonne Forest for almost a week. The battalion held out, fighting fiercely against enemies despite being heavily outnumbered and cut off from reinforcements and supplies. With limited communication and support, they made a heroic stand, ultimately becoming a symbol of resilience and bravery. The movie was released in 2001 and directed by Russell Mulcahy, starring Rick Schroder and Phil McKee, among others. The Italian title translates to "The Lost Battalion."