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Venice, Milan, Florence, the papal states, and the kingdom of naples
In 1550, Verona was in the Republic of Venice. It was surrounded by various city-states and regions that were also part of the Venetian territories, such as Mantua, Padua, and Vicenza. Additionally, Verona shared borders with the Duchy of Milan and the Papal States.
Papal States
The Papal States were ruled by the pope.
Rome was the capitol of the Papal States.
Papal States was created in 752.
Papal States ended in 1870.
Venice became part of the nation of Italy when Italy became a nation in 1871. Before that it was part of a consortium of city states and provinces.
During the Renaissance, the major Italian states included the Kingdom of Italy, the Papal States, Venice, Florence, and Milan. Each state had its own government and cultural identity, with Florence known for its art and culture, Venice for its maritime power and trade, and Milan for its military strength and economic prowess. The Papal States were significant due to their religious authority, while the Kingdom of Italy eventually emerged as a unified nation in the 19th century. These states played crucial roles in shaping Italy's political and cultural landscape.
The papacy, or the pope's 'government' controlled the papal states.
The Papal States occupied about 1/3 of what is today Italy.