Doge
A doge ( , ; plural dogi or doges) was an elected lord and head of state in several Italian city-states, notably Venice and Genoa, during the medieval and renaissance periods. Such states are referred to as "crowned republics".
Etymology
The ...
of
Venice
Venice ( ; it, Venezia ; vec, Venesia or ) is a city in northeastern Italy and the capital of the Veneto region. It is built on a group of 118 small islands that are separated by canals and linked by over 400 bridges. The isla ...
from 1554 to 1556.
See also
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House of Venier
The House of Venier was a prominent family in the Republic of Venice who entered the Venetian nobility in the 14th century.
Notable members
* Pietro Venier (died 8 May 1372) who was the Governor of Cerigo
* Antonio Venier (circa 1330 - 23 Nove ...
References
Francis
Francis may refer to:
People
*Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State and Bishop of Rome
* Francis (given name), including a list of people and fictional characters
* Francis (surname)
Places
*Rural ...