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Unification of Italy - Garibaldi proclaimed himself dictator of Sicily

Time: Monday May 14, 1860

Place: Italy

Details: On 14 May Garibaldi proclaimed himself dictator of Sicily, in the name of Victor Emmanuel. After waging various successful but hard-fought battles, Garibaldi advanced upon the Sicilian capital of Palermo, announcing his arrival by beacon-fires kindled at night.

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