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Emmanuel Philibert, Duke of Savoy

1528–1580 · 16th century · Also known as Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy

Emmanuel Philibert, Duke of Savoy, won fame as a general for Spain, defeating the French at St Quentin in 1557. The Peace of Cateau-Cambrésis in 1559 restored his duchy, occupied by France, and he moved the capital from Chambéry to Turin. He reorganised the state's finances and army, laying the foundations of later Savoyard power.

Emmanuel Philibert, Duke of Savoy
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Duchy of Savoy

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