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The Castle of Ettore Fieramosca in Capua, Italy (Castello e. Fieramosca)
Following the crisis of the Empire, the arrival of the Lombards and the foundation of the Duchy of Benevento , under King Arechi, gave way to a new military administration based on the fortification of the territory divided into 34 different counties (including Mignano) .
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Around the eighth century with the materials removed from the Vicus (local stone such as yellow tuff and limestone) was built, on a watershed protected by natural defenses, the Castle of Mignano which will always be considered a fiefdom of great prestige, as well as structure defense and refuge for the rural population.
The first written tests of the existence of the Castle date back to 1034 and its first real count was Landolfo Fusco . In 1134 the castle was confiscated by Roger II of Altavilla , who used it, given its strategic position, as a safe place to organize the rebellion against the Monastery of Montecassino . Mignano, therefore, as well as Galluccio were the scene of the war between the king and Pope Innocent until the latter was taken prisoner in the castle. After the Peace of Mignano of 1139, the lord of the feud and of the Castle of Mignano was the soldier Malgerio Sorello .
Furthermore, the location of the Castle on the Via Appia Traiana meant that it was chosen as a place for a stop by the King of France, Philip II Augustus , returning from the III Crusade.
In 1201 the fief of Mignano , came under the Kingdom of Sicily , ruled by Pope Innocent III guardian of Frederick II of Swabia, until the latter, declaring an adult at only 14 years, began his fight against the papacy.
The Pope forced Federico, under penalty of excommunication to undertake a new crusade in the Holy Land and during his absence, in 1229, he returned the fief of Mignano to the heirs of Sorello . A few years later, King Carlo D'angiò left the Castello di Mignano to defeat Manfredi in the famous Battle of Benevento .
From 1373 on the other hand the fiefdom passed to the Baroness Andreina Acciamoli countess D'Altovilla, famous for her beauty to such an extent that Giovanni Boccaccio dedicated the De Mulieribus Claris to her.
ETTORE FIERAMOSCA
Among the great and noble families who owned the Castle of Mignano , we give much value to the Fieramosca , men of arms of Capua; Rossetto Ferramosca is the first to give luster to the family, then he is succeeded by Rinaldo and finally, at his death in the siege of Gaeta, his sons.
In particular, the castle of Mignanobequeaths to Ettore, who in 1501 bravely fights against the French troops that had occupied Mignano Ettore, a skilled leader who leads the Italian knights who support the Spanish army, but unfortunately, during a battle in Puglia, he is captured by a squad of Frenchmen led by the Mounsier de la Motte. In February 1503 a collective duel is organized from which the valiant cavalier Fieramosca comes out winning forcing the opponent to surrender.
MODERN HISTORY
During the Second World War , Mignano Monte Lungo was severely hit by German bombing and Castello itself was not spared, suffering serious structural damage and becoming a place of refuge for the Mignano population. In 1956 the structure, with adjoining valley and five hectares of neighboring land, were purchased by the Bishop of Teano, Mons. Francesco Simeone, and donated to the parish church of Santa Maria Grande. His and his enthusiasm, with the support of numerous volunteers, allowed the damage inflicted by the war to be repaired. Following the death of Mgr. Simeone, the Castle ended up abandoned and suffered the damage due to the improper use of the rooms over the years, remaining the property of the Episcopal Curia of Teano-Calvi.
THE CASTLE TODAY
In 2009 the structure was given back to the population of Mignano Monte Lungo thanks to its acquisition by the Municipality. Today we can admire it in all its glory thanks to the restoration carried out under the high surveillance of the Superintendency of Fine Arts and Landscape for the Provinces of Caserta and Benevento.
The work was possible thanks to a € 8,041,650.00 loan included in the project restoration work on the Ettore Fieramosca castle , presented by the Municipality of Mignano Monte Lungo in 2011 for admission to the resources of POR Campania FESR 2007 / 2013.
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Queenstown is the adventure capital of New Zealand and home to thrilling activities like bungee jumping and jet boating, to exploring the breathtaking landscapes of the Southern Alps and Lake Wakatipu. This video is your ultimate guide to experiencing the best of Queenstown in just three action-packed days. Get ready for adrenaline-fueled adventures, stunning scenery, and a taste of the vibrant nightlife that makes Queenstown a must-visit destination.
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Autostrada A1 del Sole
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L'autostrada A1 Milano-Napoli, chiamata anche Autostrada del Sole o più brevemente Autosole, collega Milano a Napoli attraversando internamente la penisola italiana e passando per Bologna, Firenze e Roma. È interamente gestita da Autostrade per l'Italia.
È la più lunga autostrada italiana in esercizio (760 km complessivi) e anche asse meridiano principale della rete autostradale italiana.
A San Cesareo l'autostrada riceve la diramazione proveniente da Roma e attraversa tutta la provincia di Frosinone proseguendo lungo la valle di Sacco, Liri e Garigliano fino a San Vittore. Qui entra in Campania, passando per Caianello (dove si innesta la SS 372 Telesina che conduce a Benevento e da qui all'A16 per la Puglia, tagliando circa 40 km di percorso), Capua e Caserta. Dopo lo svincolo di Caserta Nord seguono l'uscita che conduce all'autostrada A30 diretta a Salerno, da cui si può imboccare l'autostrada A2 evitando il tratto napoletano, e la nuova barriera di Napoli nord, ovvero di Marcianise, che negli anni '90 ha sostituito la vecchia barriera di Napoli stazione. L'uscita per la A30 conduce inoltre al nolano e da qui all'autostrada A16 per Avellino e la Puglia.
Nella zona napoletana sono stati modificati nel tempo alcuni elementi: l'autostrada terminava all'altezza dell'aeroporto di Capodichino e l'ultimo casello Napoli stazione si trovava vicino a Casoria (ora è denominato Napoli nord e si trova sul territorio di Marcianise), dove oggi sorgono la sottosezione della polizia stradale e il Free To X Point, 200 metri dopo l'allacciamento con la A16. Oggi, invece, dopo Casoria l'autostrada prosegue verso sud, intersecando la strada statale 162 dir del Centro direzionale, e confluisce direttamente nella A3.
L'originario assetto a due corsie per ogni senso di marcia fu modificato in tre corsie negli anni '90.
Il tratto finale originale oggi si chiama ramo Capodichino e ha una progressiva chilometrica propria. Il limite di competenza termina in asse con la strada di accesso all'aeroporto dove, senza interruzioni, ci si trova sulla tangenziale di Napoli.
La diramazione sud della A1 (la E821 nella numerazione delle strade europee) è lunga 20 km e collega l'A1 a Roma, partendo da San Cesareo e terminando con l'innesto nel GRA nei pressi della Romanina. Fino al 1988 costituiva il tratto iniziale della A2. È gestita da Autostrade per l'Italia e internamente è contrassegnata come D19.
La via Appia era una strada romana che collegava Roma a Brundisium (Brindisi), porto tra i più importanti dell'Italia antica, da cui avevano origine le rotte commerciali per la Grecia e l'Oriente. Considerata dai Romani la regina viarum (regina delle strade), è universalmente ritenuta, in considerazione dell'epoca in cui fu realizzata (fine IV secolo a.C. - III sec. a.C.), una delle più grandi opere di ingegneria civile del mondo antico per l'enorme impatto economico, militare e culturale che essa ha avuto sulla società romana.
Larghi tratti della strada, particolarmente nel suburbio della città di Roma, sono ancora oggi conservati e percorribili nonché meta del turismo archeologico.
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05:45 Grande Raccordo Anulare
08:10 Diramazione Roma sud
11:40 Allacciamento A1
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How to use Rome subway - Few tips about the Metro in Rome
How to use the Rome subway - Rome metro can be confusing and intimidating, but in reality is simple, convenient, and very cheap. It can be a great way to move around Rome on a budget. In this video, we will tell you all you need to know on how to use the Rome Subway, what kind of ticket you need and how to find the right stop for you.
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Discover what Italy is famous for as we explore its iconic landmarks and breathtaking landscapes. From the ancient ruins of Rome to the romantic canals of Venice, you'll be amazed by the beauty that awaits you in this enchanting country. And speaking of beauty, did you know that Italy is home to some of the most famous fashion designers in the world?
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The Bucket Fund : Coach Mac's Bucket List Trip Part 3; History Tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum
In Coach Mac’s Bucket List Adventure Episode 2, we visit Pompeii and Herculaneum to see the masterfully preserved archaeological ruins. The roman ruins left by an eruption of Mount Vesuvius are an amazing Italian destination. One the should be top ten on your bucket list.
Coach Mac, Steve McAnelly, is a retired football coach and Western Civilization teacher who has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Coach Mac is a volunteer at the McLarty Treasure Museum at Sebastian Inlet State Park. He studied archaeology at Harvard, but due to the intense schedule of a coach and teacher was never able to fulfill his Bucket List. Number 1 on Coach Mac’s Bucket List was to visit Italy, especially Rome, Pompeii and Herculaneum. We visit several historical sites in Italy, including Coach’s dreams and the Sites of Paestum, Teano, and Hadrian’s Villa in Tivoli. Our concept, the Bucket Fund, is planned for 2024 and will send public servants on their dream trips. We used GoFundMe to fund Coach Mac’s Bucket List Trip.
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In Coach Mac’s Bucket List Adventure Episode 4, we drive the Amalfi Road and stop by Positano and a rocky beach on the Amalfi Coast enroute to the archaeological site of Paestum. This 2600 year of Greek site on the Italian Coast is recognized by UNESCO, primarily due to the 3 amazing Greek temples.
Coach Mac, Steve McAnelly, is a retired football coach and Western Civilization teacher who has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Coach Mac is a volunteer at the McLarty Treasure Museum at Sebastian Inlet State Park. He studied archaeology at Harvard, but due to the intense schedule of a coach and teacher was never able to fulfill his Bucket List. Number 1 on Coach Mac’s Bucket List was to visit Italy, especially Rome, Pompeii and Herculaneum. We visit several historical sites in Italy, including Coach’s dreams and the Sites of Paestum, Teano, and Hadrian’s Villa in Tivoli. Our concept, the Bucket Fund, is planned for 2024 and will send public servants on their dream trips. We used GoFundMe to fund Coach Mac’s Bucket List Trip.
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GAETA (LATINA, ITALY)
Gaeta, comune di 20762 abitanti in provincia di Latina, Lazio, Italia. L'assedio di Gaeta del 1860-1861 condotto dalle truppe dell'esercito piemontese guidate dal generale Enrico Cialdini, dopo l'incontro di Teano, fu un momento decisivo del processo di conquista del Regno delle Due Sicilie che portò alla proclamazione del Regno d'Italia. Fu uno degli ultimi grandi assedi condotti con il metodo cosiddetto scientifico. L'esercito assediante fece uso infatti dei moderni cannoni a canna rigata, che decretarono la fine delle fortificazioni costruite fuori terra. La sera del 6 settembre del 1860, su consiglio del direttore di polizia Liborio Romano, Francesco II di Borbone lasciò Napoli a bordo della nave da guerra Messaggero, accompagnato dalla consorte Maria Sofia di Baviera e dal suo seguito comprendente il principe Nicola Brancaccio di Ruffano, il conte Francesco de la Tour, il marchese Imperiali, la duchessa di S.Cesareo, il duca di S.Vito Emanuele Caracciolo, il maresciallo Riccardo de Sangro principe di S.Severo, il retro ammiraglio Leopoldo del Re, il maresciallo Giuseppe Statella e il maresciallo Francesco Ferrari, oltre a 17 guardie nobili del corpo senza aver tentato la difesa di Napoli. Tale decisione era maturata per la volontà del sovrano da un lato di risparmiare alla capitale le rovine della guerra, dall'altro alla precisa strategia di difesa che vedeva la linea Volturno-Garigliano supportata dalle due fortezze di Capua e Gaeta come punti di forza. La maggior parte della flotta borbonica al comando della quale era l'ammiraglio Luigi di Borbone, conte di Aquila e zio di Francesco II, presente all'ancora nella rada di Napoli, rifiutò di seguire in navigazione il Messaggero. Molti marinai delle navi ammutinate, visto l'atteggiamento dei loro ufficiali, si tuffarono in mare rifiutando di partecipare al tradimento. Conseguentemente le uniche navi militari che accompagnarono il re a Gaeta furono la Partenope, al comando del brigadiere Roberto Pasca, e la nave-avviso Delfino (che recava a bordo l'archivio personale del re, nonchè i bagagli della famiglia reale e della corte), scortate da Procida fino a Gaeta anche dalla nave spagnola Colòn con a bordo il diplomatico Salvador Bermudez de Castro. Francesco II di Borbone e la consorte giunsero a Gaeta il 7 settembre 1860. Furono seguiti anche dai diplomatici stranieri presenti a corte: il nunzio apostolico Pietro Gianelli, il ministro della Russia principe Volkonskij e il ministro dell'Austria, oltre al personale diplomatico di Brasile, Russia e Prussia. Tra i suoi primi atti il re nominò nuovo capo del governo il generale Casella, ministro delle finanze il barone Salvatore Carbonelli, ministro della marina il retro ammiraglio Leopoldo del Re, ministro della giustizia il duca di Lauria don Pietro Calà Ulloa ed infine inviò telegrammi in tutto il Regno delle Due Sicile, per informare i sudditi che il governo da quel giorno risiedeva in Gaeta. L'assedio si protasse in totale per 102 giorni, di cui 75 trascorsi sotto il fuoco nemico prima della resa finale.
Veloce panoramica fotografica di una passeggiata turistica effettuata l'8 aprile 2013 lungo la costa laziale meridionale da Lavinio a Gaeta, prima di rientrare a Roma.