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1511 in Italy

Explore 5 historical events and records for Italy in 1511.

Historical records for Italy in 1511

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Declaration of War

Julius II · Pope · Religion / Roman Catholic Church

Threatens to excommunicate all those who fight with France. Declares War against France

Holy League

Julius II · Warfare / Italian Wars

At a synod convened by Louis at Tours in September 1510, the French bishops withdrew from papal obedience, and resolved, with Emperor Maximilian's co-operation, to seek the deposition of the pope.

Holy League

Julius II · Warfare / Italian Wars

In November 1511, a council met for this objective at Pisa. Julius II joins the "Holy League of 1511". He allied with Ferdinand II of Aragon and the Venetians against France.

Holy League

Julius II · Warfare / Italian Wars

Julius II proclaims a Holy League against the French, also includes England, Spain & the Holy Roman Empire. Forms a coalition of Spain, Venice & the Swiss against France

Machiavelli Studies Holy League Diplomacy

Machiavelli, Niccolo · Political philosopher · Humanities / Philosophy

The formation of the Holy League threatened Florence's reliance on France. Machiavelli's diplomatic work made the fragility of external protection especially apparent.

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