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Florence and the Dawn of the Renaissance
Sun, Jan 19
|Virtual Encounter
(London 7pm, New York 2pm, Chicago 1pm, Los Angeles 11am)
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Time & Location
Jan 19, 2025, 8:00 PM GMT+1
Virtual Encounter
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About the Event
Examine the profound transformation of Florence from its medieval foundations to its emergence as the epicenter of the Renaissance. This period of transition, spanning from approximately the 12th to the 15th centuries, offers a compelling case study in how economic, political, and cultural forces converge to drive historical change. During the Middle Ages, Florence was a city characterized by its stratified society, dominated by merchant guilds and defined by the tension between competing factions such as the Guelphs and Ghibellines. Its urban landscape, dotted with fortified towers and Romanesque churches, reflected both the city’s medieval heritage and its aspirations for autonomy in a politically fragmented Italy. By the late 13th century, however, Florence began to experience significant economic growth, largely fueled by its flourishing textile and banking industries. This economic prosperity not only reinforced Florence’s status as a leading city-state but also laid the foundation for its cultural and intellectual advancements. Great cultural…
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