The important history of the Genoan Republic began in the 11th century when Genoa, a town around since at least 500 B.C., became self-governing within the Holy Roman Empire. Genoa was a small town of little importance until it join the First Crusade. After contributions in multiple crusades Genoa established many colonies throughout the Mediterranean and became a leading naval power.
For the next few centuries Genoa retained their large trade network, continued supplying crusader states and established more colonies in the Eastern Mediterranean and Black Sea thanks to their good relations with the Byzantines.
In 1458 Genoa temporarily feel under rule of the French but quickly revolted and was restored. After this Genoa became the center of
For the next few centuries Genoa retained their large trade network, continued supplying crusader states and established more colonies in the Eastern Mediterranean and Black Sea thanks to their good relations with the Byzantines.
In 1458 Genoa temporarily feel under rule of the French but quickly revolted and was restored. After this Genoa became the center of