The Bersaglieri, singular Bersagliere, (Italian pronunciation: [bersaʎˈʎɛːri]) (Sharpshooter in English) are a speciality of the Italian Army's infantry corps. They were originally created by General Alessandro La Marmora on 18 June 1836 to serve in the Army of the Kingdom of Sardinia, which later became the Royal Italian Army. They can be recognised by their distinctive wide-brimmed hats decorated with black capercaillie feathers, which is worn with the dress uniform. The feathers are also applied to their combat helmets.