Duchy of Parma and Piacenza: Map & History
The Duchy of Parma and Piacenza was an Italian state created in 1545 and located in northern Italy, in the current region of Emilia-Romagna.
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The Duchy of Parma and Piacenza was an Italian state created in 1545 and located in northern Italy, in the current region of Emilia-Romagna.
Duchy of Parma and Piacenza in Depth
History
The Duchy of Parma was created by Pope Paul III (Alessandro Farnese) in 1545 from former parts of the Duchy of Milan south of the Po River which had been conquered by the Papal States in 1512. These territories, centered on the city of Parma, were given as a fief to Paul III's illegitimate son, Pier Luigi Farnese.
In 1556, the second Duke, Ottavio Farnese, was given the city of Piacenza, thus also becoming Duke of Piacenza, and so the state was thereafter known as the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza (Italian: Ducato di Parma e Piacenza). In 1587, during the rule of Duke Alessandro Farnese, the Stato Pallavicino, an absolute monarchy feudal state in northwestern Emilia, encompassing the Marchesates of Busseto and Cortemaggiore, was annexed into the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza.
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Duchy of Parma and Piacenza Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Duchy of Parma and Piacenza appears, with the other states of the time.
Duchy of Parma and Piacenza Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 7,460 km² in 1854 CE.
Duchy of Parma and Piacenza: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Duchy of Parma and Piacenza exist?
Duchy of Parma and Piacenza is dated to 1815 CE – 1859 CE, in the Industrial era.
What was the capital of Duchy of Parma and Piacenza?
The capital of Duchy of Parma and Piacenza was Parma, Piacenza.
How large was Duchy of Parma and Piacenza at its peak?
At its peak in 1854 Duchy of Parma and Piacenza covered about 7,460 km².
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