Francesco Crispi was very involved with the 1848 Sicilian Uprising against Ferdinand the
second of the two Sicily’s at Palermo. He began as a journalist and member of Sicilian
parliament. Crispi supported separatist movement and wanted to break ties with Naples. After
the uprising failed, Crispi was not granted amnesty and forced to flee. In exile, Crispi was
implicated in various conspiracies, and also shared close ties with Giuseppe Mazzini and
involved himself with the national movement. 1859, Crispi returned to Italy after sending a
letter condemning the support of piedmont for Italian unification. Crispi used to get around
Sicilian cities in disguise to get people riled up for a revolution. He drew up the proclamation
of the kingdom of Italy and was appointed minister of the interior and finance in the Sicilian
provisional government. But Crispi forced to resign after struggle between Cavour and garibaldi
on the struggle of when to annex Sicily by Italy. Had he stayed on, there would have continued
fierce opposition to Cavour in Naples. On parliament in 1861, Crispi was described as the e most
aggressive and impetuous member of Republican Party, denounced the right for “diplomatising
the revolution”. He was nicknamed Il Solitaire- the loner because he was difficult to cooperate
and work with. Finally in 1864, he left the republic saying that the republic would divide us and
the monarchy unites us.in government, his term was very instrumental because it established
monarchy. And in1878- death of victor Emmanuel second king, Crispi was able to secure
this unitary democracy. During first term as prime minister 1887 minister of foreign affairs,
Crispi had progressive leanings, moving in with ref...
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development of the accuracy of technology in the artillery units, it gave way to a more tactful
warfare.
iii. Going over the top: this style was the most controversial and suicidal strategies of ww1. The
goal was to break the stalemate. Machine guns were able to kill thousands at quickly, so that
waves of incoming soldiers could be easily shot at
Going in to war, Britain is interested in territorial expansion in Europe and sees France as a
threat and Germany on the other hand Germany wants its territory back from France
In the Entente, France has the potential to cause the most disruption of everyone else in the
international community. Their focus will be keeping Britain at bay at sea and taking control of
Suez. Austria Hungary will be reluctant to give up any territory, and Russia will want to exclaim
their land from Poland
“I’ll be out of here and away from all you knaves for one time anyway, as not a month will pass before you’ll see whether I’m nobody or a somebody.” The story of Bianco Alfani reflected the nature of 14th century Florentine society where, as Alfani remarked, the election to public office could make or destroy a person. In late 14th century and early 15th century Florence, decreased population and expanding commerce provided a favorable environment for ambitious individuals. The real life examples of Buonaccorso Pitti and Gregorio Dati demonstrated the positive role of ambition in Florence. Pitti, a nobleman had an extremely successful career, partaking in military campaigns, holding public office in Florence and being an ambassador to foreign courts. Gregorio Dati, the grandson of purse venders, engaged in commerce, rising in social standing which culminated with his election to public office. Holding office was a definitive sign of success and recognition in Florence. In contrast was the tale Bianco Alfani, a deemed man unworthy of office. As told by Piero Veneziano, Alfani was the chief jailor in Florence who was duped into believing he had been named captain of the town of Norcia. Alfani publicly made a fool of himself, spending all his money and creating a great fanfare over his supposed appointment. Comparing the lives of Pitti and Dati to the story of Bianco Alfani illustrates how economic and social change in 14th century Florence produced a culture centered on reputation and commerce. For men like Pitti and Dati, who flourished within the constraints of Florentine society, their reward was election to office, a public mark of acceptance and social standing. Those who were ambitious but failed to abide by the values o...
Ginsborg P (1990). ‘A History of Contemporary Italy: Society and Politics: 1943-1980’ Published by Penguin; Reprint edition (27 Sep 1990).
In the early 14th century, Florentine government was controlled by the nobility who had slowly been corrupting the city and emptying it of wealth. By 1340, the popolo was in conflict against the nobles, seeking a shared...
Artillery in the United States military throughout the years has evolved with the times, becoming more prominent with the addition of new technology and the refining of tactics. Innovations to the maneuverability and capabilities of artillery in the United States Army was proven critical in shaping the outcomes of battles. Battles during the Mexican-American war were a perfect example of how these innovations made instant impacts. This paper will discuss the progressive heritage and history of artillery, the evolution of artillery, and the effects artillery had on the military problem and leadership.
As almost anyone with the slightest knowledge of European history can tell you, the French and the British do not like each other. Some French and British people still hate each other today for issues that occurred 100 of years ago. So on top of the conflict that is already present between France and Great Britain there is a new one in the pursuit of gaining more land and power for one’s cou...
Benito Amilcare Andrea Mussolini was born in Predappio on July 29, 1883. Son of a socialist blacksmith, he grew up to be a self-proclaimed "anti-patriot" like his father. He hadn't taken to school and rebelled against most things. He had gotten expelled from his first school, which was a catholic school ran my monks, though he did better in his second. He went on to become a qualified school teacher, even though he wasn't interested in teaching. Benito Mussolini had a passion for politics.
A Closer Examination of Paolo Sarpi and the Uses of Information in the Seventeenth-Century Venice
Warfare was in a state of transition. Older commanders and generals in the French and British militaries were very cavalry and infantry focused. These commanders believed that cavalry, infantry, and artillery would assure victory in any circumstance, against any foe. They clung to the static tactics of the bygone World War I era. World War I had been fought primarily on French soil, and the military as well as the government never wanted that to happen again, therefore they wanted to reinforce their main border against any future German. Little did they know that only twenty two years later they would be bested by German forces in a way that would shock the world. This research will be analyzing many important assumptions, oversights,...
Ÿ To make Germany pay for what they had done to France, both in the
France. Two strong countries who loathe each other much like Miss Pross and Madame Defarge.
Fortunately, he managed to flee from the blood-ravaged war where he settled in the island of Caprera for a while. After a rush of drama, Garibaldi corrupted his political link with Mazzini, and had formed a conjunction with Victor Emmanuel II, the king of Italian region ‘Sardegna’ (Sardinia), and his cultured premier, Conte Camillo Benso di Cavour. In some time, Garibaldi was the heroic gemstone of Italy, after hundreds of Italians linked their mateship with the Sardinian monarch. This forced him and his “blood-for- nothing but-Italy” (“sangue per niente ma Italia”) inspired guerrilla to violate against the Alps in the year of 1859. In the war-drama year of 1860 he met with a turbulence of revolt and war against Sicily and formed a military-based democracy, just as he wished. Garibaldi soon conquered and warred of the Naples territory, which he then handed his conquests in force of Victor Emmanuel in 1861 and returned to his home region of
World War II had many battles in it. Each battle Artillery was always a key factor whether defending or taking the offensive. One of the Battles, was the Battle of the Bulge. It really paved the way for how modern artillery is conducted. Artillery tactics were improvised and pushed to send rounds down range and eliminate the enemy in extreme conditions and terrain never before implemented on the battle field. During World War II the Battle of the Bulge became a huge factor in new developments and techniques, and incorporating munitions that we use in today’s modern artillery. Techniques such as Time on Target missions, Observer teams, Fires Direction Center was also refined thus changing the artillery tactics and techniques.
Lorenzo de’Medici- Grandson of Cosimo de’ Medici. Took over the city of Florence when it was the cultural center.
To continue, the Industrial Revolution experienced during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries not only opened the doors to a vast number conflicts, but it also revolutionized the world in a positive way. By transforming agrarian and handicraft-centered economies into economies distinguished by industry and machine manufacture, it was just a matter of time that technological advancements would reach a whole new level of improvement. In the case of World War I, a new kind of warfare would emerge and changed the way in which wars would be fought, and unprecedented outcomes would occur. “The unexpected development of trench warfare on the western front baffled military leaders, who had been trained to fight wars of movement and maneuver.” (William J. Duiker and Jackson J. Spielvogel, World History, vol. 2, 667). This new trench warfare soon led to the radical need for technological developments, new defensive tactics, and stalemate. As a result, new weapons and skills were introduced to the battlefield.