Francesco Laparelli

Italian architect of fortifications

Francesco Laparelli - Italian architect of fortifications
Born

April 5th, 1521
503 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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