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The Venetian Empire 1200–1670

Dr David Nicolle author Christopher Rothero illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:23rd Mar '89

£12.99

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The Venetian Empire 1200–1670 cover

The story of Venice is, to some extent, separate from that of the rest of Europe. The same could be said of the city's military history and organisation. Early in the 9th century the Venetians defeated Pepin the Frank's attempts to overawe them, and they remained, at least in theory, subject to Byzantium. Gradually, however, Venice drifted into independence; and subsequently carved out its own empire at the expense of its former Byzantine masters. The Venetians were soon famous for their roving and warlike spirit, keen business acumen and pride. This book explores the remarkable history of the city and its army from 1200 up until 1670.

ISBN: 9780850458992

Dimensions: 248mm x 184mm x 5mm

Weight: 194g

48 pages