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Since some people enjoy random fact about italian history, I'm starting a series of threads about venice, byzantium and other old stuff I like.
I'm starting with Venice, and specifically with the Doge. Buckle up for some #Dogeposting and #Italianhistory.
I'm starting with Venice, and specifically with the Doge. Buckle up for some #Dogeposting and #Italianhistory.
So, let's talk about the Doge, aka the supposed ruler of the Republic of Venice, aka a man with a surprising sucky job, but a cool hat.
Here an entirely accurate portrait (1253, colorized).
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Here an entirely accurate portrait (1253, colorized).
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The doge (who was elected, but ruled for life) was the head of the Republic, and the job had its perks. The most obvious is the cool hat, but a fancy house (which was also the seat of venetian government) went with it.
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