Austria defeats Piedmont at Novara
On March 23, 1849, Austria defeated Piedmont at Novara.
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The Event
On March 23, 1849, Austria defeated Piedmont at Novara.
The Wider Campaign
The loss ended Charles Albert’s campaign against Austria and led to his abdication in favor of Victor Emmanuel II.
The campaign in context
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About the Historical Recreation
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