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The great migrations of the 1700s and 1800s

The great migrations of the 1700s and 1800s

After a relatively prosperous time, the territory faced a recession. People started to move not only to different parts of the region but also to foreign countries in search of better job opportunities. Women were also at the center of this process, they became known...

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The Venetian rule over Belluno

The Venetian rule over Belluno

In the 15th Century the Bellunese territory became part of the Venetian Republic, marking a great step forward in the transformation of the area from a rural county to a more developed one. The population was finally able to exploit its resources in the best way to...

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Belluno in the Middle Age

Belluno in the Middle Age

When the Roman Empire collapsed, towns were invaded by Longobards who rapidly started to fortify their positions: a castle was built  on the north side of Belluno. They somehow wanted to maintain autonomy over other cities that were starting to appear on the...

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