Monte Cervino Battalion
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| Monte Cervino Battalion | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1915-date |
| Country | Italy |
| Branch | Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Role | Special operations |
| Part of | 4 Alpini Regiment |
The Monte Cervino battalion is one of Italian Army's FOS (Forces for Special Operations). Founded as a ski battalion in 1915, today it is a part of the 4 Alpini Regiment. The Alpini are a mountain infantry corps of the Italian Army, that distinguished itself in combat during World War I and World War II.

