Historical Events tagged with "florence"

Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.

Natural Disasters

Devastating Flood of the River Arno

November 3rd, 1333 691 years ago

The River Arno overflowed, flooding parts of Florence and causing extensive damage to the city. Giovanni Villani documented the event, emphasizing the destruction that ensued. Homes, businesses, and infrastructure were severely affected as the waters rose. Villani's accounts provide a vivid depiction of the chaos and the responses of the citizens as they attempted to recover from the disaster, highlighting the increasing volatility of nature in this period.

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Politics & Government

Dante Alighieri Condemned in Absentia

January 27th, 1302 723 years ago

Dante Alighieri was condemned in absentia and exiled from Florence due to his political affiliations and the tumultuous factional conflicts of the time. The Florentine government, influenced by the opposing Black Guelph faction, accused him of corruption and bartering. The sentence included a heavy fine and permanent exile from the city he loved. Dante, having been away on business, did not attend the trial or sentencing, leading to his condemnation without a fair chance to defend himself.

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Military & Warfare

Sienese Ghibellines Defeat Florentine Guelphs

September 4th, 1260 764 years ago

The battle at Montaperti saw the Sienese Ghibellines, supported by Manfred, King of Sicily, triumph over the Florentine Guelphs. This military confrontation was characterized by its fierce fighting and strategic maneuvers, showcasing the political tensions between Ghibellines and Guelphs in medieval Italy. The outcome was pivotal for Sienna, as it solidified its power and influence while weakening Florence's position in the region.

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