Historical Events tagged with "molinella"

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Military & Warfare

First Extensive Use of Firearms in Italy

July 25th, 1467 557 years ago

The Battle of Molinella marked a pivotal moment in military warfare as it was the first in Italy where firearms were used extensively. Fought between the forces of the Duchy of Milan led by Francesco Sforza and the Venetian Republic, the battle showcased the growing effectiveness of gunpowder technology. The conflict took place near Molinella, a town in the province of Bologna, and was characterized by the decisive impact of hand-held weapons against traditional infantry tactics, signaling a transformative shift in military engagements during the Italian Renaissance.

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