Battle of Desio (1277)

Battle of Desio (House of Visconti & Pavia Novara Como vs House of Della Torre) took place in 1277 during the conflict between the Guelphs and Ghibellines.

Battle facts

• Year: 1277
• Date: 21 January 1277
• Era: Medieval
• Conflict: the conflict between the Guelphs and Ghibellines
• Side A: House of Visconti, Pavia Novara Como
• Side B: House of Della Torre
• Commanders (A): Ottone Visconti, Rizzardo di Lomello
• Commanders (B): Napo della Torre, Francesco della Torre
• Outcome: Decisive Visconti victory
• Coordinates: 45.617°, 9.217°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Desio · Wikidata entry