Giuseppe Garibaldi

Definition

Giuseppe Garibaldi was an Italian general and nationalist who played a key role in the unification of Italy. He is known for his military campaigns which led to control over various territories contributing to unified Italy.

Related terms

Red Shirts: Volunteers who followed Garibaldi during his campaign in southern Italy. They were named after their distinctive red shirts they wore as uniforms.

Expedition of the Thousand: A part of Risorgimento; it was an event led by Garibaldi where he marched with one thousand volunteers to conquer Kingdom of Two Sicilies.

Kingdom of Two Sicilies: It was largest Southern Italian state before being conquered by Garibaldi during Expedition of Thousand.