11th Army (Austria-Hungary)

The Austro-Hungarian 11th Army was a field army of the Austro-Hungarian Army during World War I. It was formed in December 1915, primarily from existing units, for operations on the Italian Front.

The 11th Army saw significant action throughout the war in the mountainous terrain of the Alps. It participated in several battles, including the Battle of Asiago in 1916 (also known as the Strafexpedition or Punishment Expedition) where it formed the southern wing of the offensive intended to break through Italian lines. The army aimed to advance into the Venetian plains. Despite initial successes, the offensive stalled and was eventually repulsed by Italian reinforcements.

Throughout its existence, the 11th Army was commanded by several generals, including Viktor Dankl von Krasnik and Franz Rohr von Denta. Its composition varied depending on the specific campaigns and theaters of operation but typically included a mix of infantry divisions, artillery units, and supporting troops.

Following the defeat of Austria-Hungary on the Italian Front in late 1918, the 11th Army, along with the rest of the Austro-Hungarian military, was effectively dissolved with the collapse of the empire. Surviving soldiers either returned home or were taken prisoner. Its units ceased to exist as a cohesive fighting force.