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Campaigns of Maio of Bari, Chief Minister of Sicily

Type Event Region Southern Italy Time 1156

In 1156, William I of Sicily relied on his chief minister, admiral, and chancellor Maio of Bari to launch military campaigns in southern Italy, suppr…

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  1. 1156Apulia · ApuliaDelegated by William I, Maio led Norman forces into Apulia to campaign against local separatist nobles and anti-royal factions, coordinating joint army and naval operations.
  2. 1156Southern Italy · Southern ItalyMaio executed or exiled rebellious nobles with harsh measures, restoring direct royal control over the southern Italian cities and creating the conditions for later results such as the submission of Bari in 1158.

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