Wars, politics & history

War of the Eight Saints

from 1375 to 1378

War (1375–1378) between Pope Gregory XI and a coalition of Italian city-states led by Florence. It began in 1375 and lasted until July 1378 (about 3 years). The setting was Italian Peninsula. Those involved included the Papal States, the Republic of Florence, Signoria of Milan and the Republic of Siena.

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This moment belongs to the Medieval world (500 CE to 1500 CE), kingdoms, faiths and trade routes. You can also browse everything in the 14th century.