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Luigi I Gonzaga

1268–1360 · 14th century · Also known as Ludovico I Gonzaga

Luigi I Gonzaga (1268–1360) was the founder of Gonzaga rule in Mantua. In 1328 he overthrew Rinaldo dei Bonacolsi, lord of the city, and was made captain of the people, and Emperor Louis IV soon recognised him as imperial vicar. His descendants ruled Mantua as captains, marquises and dukes until 1708.

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Duchy of Mantua

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