Sack of Rome

Unverified
Date May 06, 1527
Type Local
Author smithsheep
Location Rome, Lazio, Italy
Categories
Military & Conflict Cultural & Arts Religion & Philosophy

Event Details

Sack of Rome (1527-05-06)

Mutinous troops of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, sacked Rome. The event marked a crucial turning point in the Renaissance, effectively ending the High Renaissance in Rome.

  • Location: Rome, Italy
  • Context: Local level event.

Categories: Military & Conflict, Cultural & Arts, Religion & Philosophy


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