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War of the Mantuan Succession

1628–1631 · 17th century

The War of the Mantuan Succession was fought after the main Gonzaga line died out in 1627. France backed the claim of Charles Gonzaga, Duke of Nevers, to Mantua and Montferrat, while Spain, Savoy and the Holy Roman Emperor opposed him. Imperial troops sacked Mantua in 1630, and the Treaty of Cherasco in 1631 confirmed Nevers as duke.

War of the Mantuan Succession
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Battles and settlements

Mentioned in 2 state histories

Duchy of MantuaDuchy of Montferrat

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