Vespasiano I Gonzaga

Vespasiano I Gonzaga (1531–1591) was a Spanish condottiero, diplomat and architect.

Also recorded as Vespasiano, duca di Sabbioneta Gonzaga Colonna; Vespasiano Gonzaga Colonna; Vespasiano Gonzaga, duca di Sabbioneta Colonna; Vespasiano Gonzaga y Coloma.

Overview

Born at Fondi in 1531, died at Sabbioneta in 1591.

In detail

the recorded working language is Spanish and Italian.

Positions recorded include monarch of Italy.

Distinctions recorded are Knight of the Order of the Golden Fleece.

Sources

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    “Vespasiano I Gonzaga”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q299378: Vespasiano I Gonzaga

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