Historical Events tagged with "emperor charles v"

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Military & Warfare

French Siege of Pavia Commences

October 27th, 1524 500 years ago

In late October, French forces, led by King Francis I, laid siege to Pavia, a strategic city in northern Italy. The siege aimed to capture the city, which was a crucial stronghold in the Italian Wars. French troops surrounded Pavia, seeking to secure control over central Italy amidst ongoing territorial disputes with Spanish forces. The conflict was fueled by the quest for dominance in the region, making Pavia a vital target.

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