Niccolo Machiavelli – the Cunning Critic of Political Reason
Vincent Barnett reveals that there is more to Machiavelli than his notorious reputation.
Italy
Was Leonardo a Christian?
The beliefs of the man who painted some of the most famous Christian images are shrouded in mystery. Alex Keller coaxes Leonardo da Vinci’s thoughts out of some little-known personal writings.
How was Italy Unified?
Alan Farmer examines the process which led to the unification of Italy.
Coming to Terms with Fascism in Italy
Mussolini casts a long shadow. R J.B. Bosworth describes how Italians of both the left and the right have used memories of his long dictatorship to underpin their own versions of history and politics.
Birth of Giuseppe Mazzini
Richard Cavendish charts the life of the Italian nationalist Guiseppe Mazzini.
Abdication of the Emperor Diocletian
The Roman emperor abdicated on May 1st, 305.
Execution of Marin Falier, Doge of Venice
Richard Cavendish charts the events leading up to the execution of Marin Falier, Doge of Venice, on April 18th, 1355.
Cola di Rienzo Murdered
The self-styled tribune of the Roman Republic, Cola di Rienzo, was murdered by an angry mob, on October 8th, 1354.
Birth of Umberto II of Italy
The future king was born on 15 September 1904.
The Death of Roger II of Sicily
The King of Sicily died on February 26th, 1154.