Ferdinand I of the Two Sicilies

King of the Two Sicilies, Bourbon dynasty

Ferdinand I of the Two Sicilies - King of the Two Sicilies, Bourbon dynasty
Born

January 12th, 1751
274 years ago

Died

January 4th, 1825
200 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Ascended to the throne in 1759, Ferdinand I ruled the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies until his death in 1825. His reign was marked by efforts to stabilize the kingdom and attempts to balance various political factions. The Bourbon dynasty faced challenges from revolutionary movements during the Napoleonic Wars, leading to temporary exile. Ferdinand returned to power post-Napoleon and worked to restore traditional monarchy while implementing limited reforms. His government focused on economic recovery and rebuilding the royal authority after years of disruption. The kingdom experienced both social unrest and efforts for modernization under his leadership.

Ruled the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies from 1759 to 1825

Reestablished Bourbon rule after Napoleonic Wars

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