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Rise of the Medici

Dan Snow's History Hit

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Political Maneuvering and the Medici's Ascendancy

This chapter explores the political intrigue involving the Medici family in Florence, focusing on the temporary exile of a powerful banker and the unexpected shift towards a pro-Medici government. It highlights how Cosimo's return prompted strategic manipulation of elections to consolidate his power amid the complexities of Renaissance governance.

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