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Battle of Pavia

1525 · 16th century · Part of the Italian Wars

The Battle of Pavia was fought in 1525 in northern Italy during the Italian Wars, between the forces of Charles V and the French army of Francis I. The imperial and Spanish army won a decisive victory and captured the French king. The battle confirmed Habsburg dominance in Italy and showcased the firepower of Spanish arquebusiers, a cornerstone of the Spanish Empire's military reputation.

Battle of Pavia
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The Epoch Institute. (2026). Battle of Pavia. In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/battle-of-pavia
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