Vermiglio looks like a beautiful place. Located toward the northern reaches of Italy, this comune is surrounded by deep woods and a branch of the Alps commonly referred to by its tallest peaks, Adamello and Presanella. There aren’t many residents on hand — the population comes in at around 1,800 — but the area’s historical importance belies its size. Vermiglio was strategic during World War I because of its proximity to the Austro-Hungarian Empire.