Events tagged with "victor emmanuel ii"

Historical Events tagged with "victor emmanuel ii"

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Politics & Government

Victor Emmanuel II Enters Rome

July 2nd, 1871 153 years ago

Victor Emmanuel II of Italy triumphantly entered Rome after successfully conquering it from the Papal States. This decisive action finalized the unification of Italy, marking the end of a long struggle against papal authority. He was received with admiration by supporters, and his entry into the city symbolized the birth of a united Italy. The conquest reshaped the political landscape of the region.