Kingdom of Sardinia - Wikipedia | Encyclopedia
The Kingdom of Sardinia, also referred to as the Kingdom of Sardinia and Corsica among other names, was a kingdom in Southern Europe from the late 13th until th
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Quick answer: “Kingdom of Sardinia” typically refers to the historical state that existed from the 14th century until its evolution into the Kingdom of Sardinia (Savoy) in 1720, and later became part of the unified Kingdom of Italy in 1861. There is no contemporary sovereign state by that name today; modern references usually discuss its historical territory or the later Savoyard state.
Context and what you might look for
- Historical timeline:
- 1324–1420: Sardinia under Aragonese control, often referred to as the Kingdom of Sardinia and Corsica.
- 1720: Treaty of The Hague transfers the kingdom from Sicily to the House of Savoy, creating the Kingdom of Sardinia (often called Sardinia-Piedmont in later periods).
- 1861: The Kingdom of Sardinia contributes to the formation of the modern Kingdom of Italy.
- Note: After 1847, the official name used by the ruling dynasty was Kingdom of Sardinia (Savoia) for the piedmontese realm; the broader Italian state encompassed Sardinia as one of its key regions.
- Where to read current information:
- Enyclopedia entries (Britannica, Britannica Sardinia; Encyclopaedia Britannica) for historical overviews.
- Wikipedia pages on Kingdom of Sardinia (1720–1861) and Kingdom of Sardinia (1680s–1720s) for timeline details.
- History sections of reputable national libraries or museums with Italian/Sardinian history.
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