Question

Process of unification in italy

Answer 1

The unification of Italy is the result of dedication, contribution effort of 3 great leaders- Mazzini, Cavour Garibaldi. However but for the support of King Victor Emmanuel II of Sardinia and Piedmont, a unification would not have been possible.

2.Italy was divided into 7 states of which only 1-Sardinia and Piedmont was ruled by an Italian ruler. The north was under Austria, the centre was ruled by the Pope and the South was ruled by Bourbon dynasty of Spain France.

3. It was clear that the responsibility of unification of Italy had to be shouldered by King Victor. In this task, he got the whole hearted support of his Chief Minister Cavour.

4.Through a tactful and diplomatic alliance with France, Italy defeated the Austrian troopas in 1859.

5. In 1860, Mazzini led his famous expedition to South Italy and freed the states from Bourbon Dynasty.

6. In 1867, he led his army to Papal states but could not match the strength of French troops guarding the Papal states.

7. In 1871, during a war with the Austrian troops, the French withdrew their troops, the Papal states were occupied and Italian unification was complete.

8. Even before the completion of unification, in 1861, Victor Emmanuel II wasproclaimed the king of united Italy.