The Story of Italy: Rome, Renaissance, and the Birth of Modern Europe — Fexingo History
The Condottieri: Italy's Mercenary Captains of the Renaissance — Fexingo History
This episode discusses the condottieri, mercenary captains of Renaissance Italy, examining their rise, military tactics, political influence, and eventual decline. It covers key figures like Giovanni da Procida and Francesco Sforza, and references Machiavelli's critique.