Giovanni Maria Visconti

Timeline

1. 1402–1410Milan · MilanAfter acceding in 1402 he called off the offensive against Florence, instead suppressing internal opponents by terror, favoring mercenary captains, and worsening relations with neighboring states. Milan's power relatively contracted between 1401 and 1410, and the duchy fell into civil disorder.
2. 1410–1412Milan · MilanAfter 1410 his rule grew more arbitrary, provoking widespread discontent among nobles and citizens. In May 1412 he was stabbed by conspirators outside the Church of San Gottardo, and Visconti power passed to his brother Filippo Maria.