Francesco Maria I della Rovere

Duke of Urbino, military leader

Francesco Maria I della Rovere - Leaders & Politicians born 1490
Born

1490
536 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Served as the Duke of Urbino from 1516 until 1538. Engaged in military leadership as a condottiero. Participated in various conflicts in Italy during the Italian Wars. Worked to strengthen the duchy and its governance, supporting arts and architecture in Urbino.

Dukedom of Urbino from 1516 to 1538

Military campaigns during the Italian Wars

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