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Rioting at Turin
Turin is the chief centre of the Risorgimento after 1860, so there are riots when Firenze/Florence is named as the capital of the newly united Italy
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1860 1864 Capital Chief Firenze Florence Named Newly Rioting Riots Risorgimento Torino Turin
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This powerful image captures the intensity of the riots that erupted in Turin, Italy, in 1864, during the tumultuous period of the Risorgimento, or Italian Unification. The city of Turin had long been a major cultural and political center in Italy, and when Florence was named as the capital of the newly united country, the people of Turin took to the streets in protest. The Risorgimento was a pivotal moment in Italian history, marked by a series of events that led to the establishment of a unified Italian state. After the fall of the Napoleonic Empire in 1815, various Italian city-states and regions began to seek independence from foreign rule. The movement gained momentum in the 1850s and 1860s, culminating in the unification of the country under the House of Savoy in 1861. However, the question of which city would serve as the capital of the new Italy was a contentious one. Florence, with its rich artistic and cultural heritage, was a popular choice among many Italians. But for the people of Turin, the industrial and economic powerhouse of the north, the decision was a bitter pill to swallow. On the day of the proclamation of Florence as the capital, the streets of Turin were filled with angry crowds. The situation quickly escalated into violent clashes between the protesters and the military, as seen in this photograph. The rioting continued for several days, causing significant damage to buildings and infrastructure in the city. Despite the turmoil, the unification of Italy was ultimately a triumphant moment in the country's history. The events of the Risorgimento paved the way for a new era of Italian national identity and pride. Today, this image serves as a reminder of the passion and determination that drove the Italian people to achieve their goals, even in the face of adversity.
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