A Military History of Italy

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Italy's military history is traced from the late Renaissance to the present, highlighting a continual reference to Imperial Rome as leaders aimed to enhance national influence. Beginning in the late 15th century, Italian city-states were pivotal in European conflicts. Post-unification in 1861, the military emerged as a unifying force. The narrative explores Italy's industrial and colonial expansions, leading to involvement in 20th-century wars and the rise of fascism, a legacy that continues to shape Italy's role in global politics today.