Battle of Lepanto
The Holy League defeats the Ottomans, 1st major victory of the Christians against the Ottoman Empire
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1571 in Italy
Explore 9 historical events and records for Italy in 1571.
Historical records for Italy in 1571
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October
Battle of Lepanto
The Holy League defeats the Ottomans, 1st major victory of the Christians against the Ottoman Empire
Other events (month unknown)
Papal Backing Sought For English Rising
Ridolfi's diplomacy looked to papal authorities for encouragement of the projected Catholic uprising against Elizabeth I.
Ridolfi Plot Succession Scheme
Ridolfi's conspiracy envisages replacing Elizabeth with Mary, Queen of Scots, while linking Mary's succession to marriage with the Duke of Norfolk.
Ridolfi Remains Abroad After Exposure
Ridolfi was outside England when the authorities exposed his conspiracy and did not return to face an English trial.
Ridolfi Travels To Seek Foreign Aid
Ridolfi travelled abroad to solicit Catholic political and military backing for the projected overthrow of Elizabeth I.
Turkish League
Pius V establishes an anti-Turkish Maritime League with Spain, Venice, Malta & Genoa
Turkish League
Pius V establishes an anti-Turkish Maritime League with Spain, Venice, Malta & Genoa
Tuscan Duke Warns Elizabeth
Cosimo I de Medici sent Elizabeth I a private warning concerning a threat against her life.
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