Bernabò Visconti

Lord of Milan, ruled in the 14th century

Bernabò Visconti - Leaders & Politicians born 1319
Born

1319
706 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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A ruling lord who governed Milan during the late 14th century. Bernabò Visconti was known for his authoritarian rule and efforts to expand the power of the Visconti family. Through strategic marriages and military conquests, he strengthened the family's influence in northern Italy. His reign was marked by conflict with rival powers and internal strife, leading to his eventual downfall. Bernabò's rule ended with his capture and imprisonment by his nephew Gian Galeazzo Visconti, who ultimately seized control of Milan.

Ruled Milan from 1354 until his overthrow in 1385

Expanded the Visconti family's power in northern Italy

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