Francesco Laparelli
Italian architect of fortifications
Born
April 5th, 1521
504 years ago
Died
1570
455 years ago — 49 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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An Italian architect and military engineer, contributed significantly to the design of fortifications during the Renaissance. Worked for the Papal States, designing several notable structures. Also served under the Spanish crown in Sicily, where he created strategic defenses. His work included the design of the city of Valletta in Malta, which served as a stronghold against Ottoman forces. Employed principles of fortification that influenced military architecture in Europe.
Designed the city of Valletta
Developed fortifications for Sicily
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