HISTORICAL INFORMATION:

http://theminiaturespage.com/ref/history/reninfo.html#italian

Underlying Causes.

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The small independant states of Italy were militarily weak, and had the misfortune to be located near several powerful nations.

Charles of France Invades Italy. Charles VIII allies with Milan and invades Italy (1494), taking Naples (1495). He is opposed by a coalition (the Pope, Holy Roman Emperor, Spain, Venice, and — changing sides — Milan). Ferrandino of Naples retakes the city following the Battle of Fornovo. Charles’ fleet is captured at Rapallo, his army surrenders at Novaro, and he flees to France. The soldiers suffer from Europe’s first known outbreak of syphilis.

The Complete Military History of France

http://www.athalawulf.com/francehistory.htm

The French Military shall …win no battles…..

when at the command …………….

……..of a French male”………………….

http://www.athalawulf.com/francehistory.htm

1494 to 1559 A.D. – The Italian Wars. Result: Loss.

Charles VIII of France invades Italy and holds it, until the Swiss Army (armed to the teeth with multi-functional pocket knives) helps Italy rout them in 1513. France becomes the only country to lose two wars to Italy.

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