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Would Italy retain its rebuilt older battleships?

Probably, if Italy were still preparing for a major war.

Question

Would the Andrea Doria and Conte di Cavour classes remain in service?

Short answer

Probably, if Italy were still preparing for a major war.

Notes

Keeping the rebuilt ships preserves useful battle-line strength while newer construction proceeds. Their retention is an expectation within the war-planning scenario.