The history of the Scuola militare “Teulié” is woven into the very fabric of Milan. This prestigious military academy, which stands proudly on Corso Italia, has witnessed centuries of change. Its origins are humble, starting as a hospital in the Middle Ages, dedicated to Saint Celso. The building later transformed into a Cistercian monastery dedicated to Saint Luke before becoming a military hospital. It was Pietro Teulié who saw the potential of this building and transformed it into a military orphanage in 1802.
The Scuola militare “Teulié” has a long and complex history, marked by periods of both growth and decline. It was once a royal college for military orphans during the Napoleonic era but was forced to close due to financial difficulties in the 19th century. During World War I, the building served as a military barracks. In the 1930s, the Fascist government re-established the Scuola in Milan. The building’s use shifted yet again, becoming the headquarters for the III Corps of the Italian army. Only in 1996 was the scuola finally revived, this time as a branch of the prestigious Nunziatella military school, eventually becoming independent in 1998.
This enduring institution, known as the “Military School of the First Tricolour,” embodies the spirit of discipline and leadership. The school’s motto, “Iterum alte volat,” or “Flying high again,” reflects its resilience and commitment to excellence in military training. Today, the Scuola militare “Teulié” is a testament to the enduring legacy of military tradition in Italy, nurturing the next generation of leaders for the Italian Army.