Political Power and Diplomacy in the Italian City-States
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to the Italian City-States
Overview of the city-state system in medieval and early modern Italy, its significance, and relevance to the study of political power and diplomacy

Module #2
The Rise of the City-States
The historical context of the Italian city-states emergence, including the fall of the Roman Empire, the role of the Church, and the impact of trade and commerce

Module #3
City-State Governments:Forms and Functions
An examination of the different forms of government in the Italian city-states, including republics, despotisms, and signorias

Module #4
The Role of the Commune
The development and significance of the communal movement in the Italian city-states, including the role of guilds and the bourgeoisie

Module #5
The Italian City-States and the Holy Roman Empire
The complex relationship between the Italian city-states and the Holy Roman Empire, including the Investiture Controversy and the impact of imperial power

Module #6
Diplomacy and Alliance Building
The art of diplomacy in the Italian city-states, including the formation of alliances, the role of ambassadors, and the use of marriage as a diplomatic tool

Module #7
War and Military Power
The importance of military power and warfare in the Italian city-states, including the development of condottieri and the art of war

Module #8
The Medici and Florence
The rise of the Medici family in Florence, their role in shaping the city-states government and diplomacy, and their cultural and artistic legacy

Module #9
The Venetian Republic
The unique government and diplomatic system of the Venetian Republic, including its maritime empire and trade networks

Module #10
Milan and the Visconti
The rise of the Visconti family in Milan, their role in shaping the city-states government and diplomacy, and their conflicts with other city-states

Module #11
The Kingdom of Naples and Sicily
The development of the Kingdom of Naples and Sicily, including its relationship with the Italian city-states and its role in Mediterranean politics

Module #12
The Papal States and the Italian City-States
The complex relationship between the Papal States and the Italian city-states, including the role of the Church in politics and diplomacy

Module #13
Humanism and the Renaissance
The cultural and intellectual movement of humanism and the Renaissance, and its impact on politics and diplomacy in the Italian city-states

Module #14
Diplomacy and Propaganda
The use of propaganda and representation in the Italian city-states, including the role of art, architecture, and literature in diplomatic affairs

Module #15
Women in Politics and Diplomacy
The role of women in politics and diplomacy in the Italian city-states, including their involvement in government, diplomacy, and war

Module #16
Conflict and Crisis:The Italian Wars
The series of conflicts known as the Italian Wars, including the role of foreign powers and the impact on the Italian city-state system

Module #17
The Fall of the City-States
The decline and fall of the Italian city-state system, including the role of foreign powers, the rise of the nation-state, and the legacy of the city-states

Module #18
The Italian City-States and the Emergence of Modern Diplomacy
The Italian city-states contribution to the development of modern diplomacy, including the rise of resident ambassadors and the concept of raison détat

Module #19
Case Study:The Treaty of Lodi
A detailed analysis of the Treaty of Lodi, including its significance, terms, and impact on the Italian city-state system

Module #20
Case Study:The Congress of Vienna
A detailed analysis of the Congress of Vienna, including its significance, outcomes, and impact on the Italian city-state system

Module #21
The Italian City-States and International Relations Theory
An examination of how the Italian city-states can be used to illustrate key concepts in international relations theory, including realism, liberalism, and constructivism

Module #22
Primary Sources:Diplomatic Correspondence
An analysis of primary sources from the Italian city-states, including diplomatic correspondence and treaties, to understand the practice of diplomacy

Module #23
Primary Sources:Chronicles and Histories
An analysis of primary sources from the Italian city-states, including chronicles and histories, to understand the city-states politics and diplomacy

Module #24
Historiographical Debates
An examination of historiographical debates surrounding the Italian city-states, including the role of the city-states in the development of modern diplomacy

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
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Political Power and Diplomacy in the Italian City-States ( 25 Modules )

Political Power and Diplomacy in the Italian City-States
( 25 Modules )