Dominant Italian States in the Renaissance PDF
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This document describes the dominant Italian states during the Renaissance, focusing on key centers, French invasions, and conflicts between France and Spain. The sack of Rome in 1527 is highlighted as a turning point.
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: Dominant Italian States in the Renaissance: Two key centers: 1. The Papal States in central Italy, under the Catholic Church’s control. 2. The Kingdom of Naples in southern Italy, ruled by a hereditary monarch. French Invasion and Italian Wars: In 1494, French King Charles VIII led a...
: Dominant Italian States in the Renaissance: Two key centers: 1. The Papal States in central Italy, under the Catholic Church’s control. 2. The Kingdom of Naples in southern Italy, ruled by a hereditary monarch. French Invasion and Italian Wars: In 1494, French King Charles VIII led an army of 30,000 into Italy and occupied Naples. Northern Italian states sought help from Spain to counter French power. Conflict Between France and Spain: France and Spain competed for control over Italy. Wars continued for decades as they tried to dominate the region. Turning Point - Sack of Rome (1527): On May 5, 1527, thousands of troops invaded Rome under Charles I, King of Spain and ruler of the Holy Roman Empire. Troops, unpaid for months, included mercenaries from across Europe. They pillaged the city, looting treasures and creating chaos. Consequences: The Sack of Rome marked a period of violence and instability in Italy. Charles I left Spain as the dominant force in Italy. The Italian Wars continued for another quarter-century, ending in 1559.
