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Reconciliation of Milan and Venice

Type Event Region Italy Time 1454

In 1454 the Republic of Venice and the Duchy of Milan ended their long war since 1447, formally recognizing Francesco Sforza as Duke of Milan;…

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  1. 1447–1453Lombardy · LombardyAfter the death of Filippo Maria, the last Visconti duke, Venice supported anti-Sforza forces and a long war broke out with Francesco Sforza, who had declared himself Duke of Milan, keeping northern Italy in sustained tension.
  2. 1454Lodi · LombardyVenice ultimately recognized Francesco Sforza's legitimate rule over Milan; both sides ceased hostilities and demarcated borders, and the Milan-Venice reconciliation paved the way for the broader Peace of Lodi.

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