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Niccolo Machiavelli. Background. 1469-1527 Florence Historian, politician, and diplomat. Some Pieces of Advice. Attack when it’s to your advantage Methods to control occupied lands Utilize local opposition Barons Vs. Ministers. Some Good Examples from history. Alexander the Great
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Background • 1469-1527 • Florence • Historian, politician, and diplomat
Some Pieces of Advice • Attack when it’s to your advantage • Methods to control occupied lands • Utilize local opposition • Barons Vs. Ministers
Some Good Examples from history • Alexander the Great • Francesco Sforza • Cesare Borgia
Example of France • King is popular with people • Parliament keeps nobles in line • Doesn’t require King to directly keep nobles power in check
Ending • Call to Unite Italy • Petrach