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There are whispers that Giovanni’s death was not an accident, leading to a tale of murder and deadly politics. 📺 The TV Episode: " Ascendancy "
The novel by Matteo Strukul is a fast-paced historical thriller. It captures a Florence described as a "nest of vipers" where the young, untested Medici brothers must fight for survival. Medici - Ascendancy ...
Cosimo secures his power by convincing the Signoria to exile the Albizzi family rather than execute them—though the mercenaries have other plans. There are whispers that Giovanni’s death was not
If you are using these as a guide to the real Medici, keep these facts in mind: Cosimo secures his power by convincing the Signoria
📍 If you visit Florence, you can see the family's physical "ascendancy" at the Palazzo Medici Riccardi , their first great palace.
Cosimo was indeed exiled in 1433 by the Albizzi, but his return in 1434 effectively made him the "unofficial ruler" of Florence.
Cosimo returns from exile while his rival Rinaldo degli Albizzi faces trial for treason.