Historical Events tagged with "cephalonia"
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Devastating 7.2 Ms Ionian Earthquake Strikes Islands
The 7.2 Ms Ionian earthquake struck the southern Ionian Islands, causing extensive damage and resulting in significant loss of life. With a maximum Mercalli intensity of X (Extreme), the earthquake was one of the strongest to hit that region. Estimates suggest that between 445 and 800 individuals were killed mostly in the town of Argostoli on Cephalonia Island, with thousands left homeless due to the disaster. The geological activity of the region made it prone to such events, and the damage was compounded by inadequate building structures.
Continue ReadingVenetian–Spanish Fleet Takes Castle of St. George
A joint Venetian and Spanish fleet successfully captured the Castle of St. George located on the island of Cephalonia. The operation aimed to secure control over important trade routes in the Ionian Sea, vital for the Venetian Republic's maritime dominance. The combined forces faced minimal resistance and executed a strategic assault, seizing the castle, which had significant military and economic implications for both powers involved.
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