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Unification of Italy

Garibaldi proclaimed himself dictator of Sicily

Monday May 14, 1860
Italy

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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