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Venetian Empire 1200-1670, The

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Type: Softcover

Product Line: Men-at-Arms - Middle Ages (500 - 1500 A.D.)

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Product Info

Title
Venetian Empire 1200-1670, The
Publisher
Category
Author
David Nicolle
Publish Year
1989
Pages
40
Dimensions
8x10x.25"
NKG Part #
2147397304
MFG. Part #
OSPMAA210
Type
Softcover
Series
MAA210

Description

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.