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Ricasoli, Bettino, Barone (bĕt-tē`nō bärô`nā rēkäzô`lē), 1809–80, Italian political leader. An active propagandist for Italian unity, he became (1859) head of the provisional government of Tuscany after the flight of Grand Duke Leopold II Leopold II, 1797–1870, grand duke of Tuscany (1824–59). Liberally inclined at first, he granted some reforms and undertook public works. In 1848 he approved a constitution and joined Sardinia in its war against Austria (see Risorgimento ). ..... Click the link for more information. . As a result of his skillful policy the annexation of Tuscany to the kingdom of Sardinia, which had taken the lead in the unification movement, was overwhelmingly voted in the plebiscite of 1860. Ricasoli succeeded Camillo Benso di Cavour as premier (1861–62) of the now unified kingdom of Italy. He was again premier in 1866–67. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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