Jennifer Miller
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Corrado could now begin working inside the city walls to mobilize the populace now that he had infiltrated it. To accomplish this, he would have to spend his money on recruiting men who could persuade their fellow people to join the insurrection. He realized, however, that in order to do so, he needed to obtain enough weapons to arm the mob, so he decided to begin the second stage of his plan to capture the city, as he was determined to assure their success. Corrado could gain access to new weapons in…-
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It was a beautiful day in the Mediterranean. Clear skies and azure waters adorned the view, and the weather was ideal for sailing, swimming, or simply relaxing on the beach. The waves were coming in quietly, rolling onto the beach and slamming against the shoreline. It was a stunning scene, with the sun streaming down and illuminating the water like silver. It is a sight that would bring peace and relaxation to everyone who appreciates the sun and the sea, giving the viewer of the image an atmosphere of…
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Conradin was walking to its tent after the battle by passing through the camp, which was deserted because all of the soldiers had been taking whatever they could from the battlefield and had been scavenging the corpses of the fallen Milanese forces. Nothing felt better for a soldier after a hard-fought victory than to pillage and take all the money they could find . The looting had ceased, and the fight had concluded with a brilliant win for the Ghibellines and a horrifying defeat for the Milanese, who had…
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The two cavalries rode towards each other, their lances trailing after each horseman, their steel swords gleaming in the light. The clash of the two cavalry groups was a sight to behold, as the clash of lances gave way to the thundering of horses' hooves and the flashing of steel as the cavalry rode into one other. The noise was deafening, and the dust cloud caused by the two cavalry charges colliding made visibility impossible, but the overwhelming force and ferocity of the Ghibelline cavalry forces were…
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Conradin recognized that his presence on the battlefield would boost soldier morale and allow him to identify the weaknesses of the Milanese army. His great-grandfather and grandfather were famous conquerors who fought their way to glory. As a result, he desired to build a name for himself and demonstrate his worthiness of their blood and lineage. He was resolved to follow in their footsteps and become a triumphant commander at the helm of a mighty army and country. The decision to assault with the cavalry…
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The sun was shining brightly in the sky, and the birds were flying freely in the air. The day was warm and lovely, and it appeared as if the sun was blessing the soil. It was a beautiful moment for a walk across the countryside, admiring God's creation. A traveling party of Milanese men, however, destroyed such a spectacle. The boisterous march of the Milanese men marred the spectacle of the picturesque countryside. It was obvious that the day was about to become much darker and more deadly. A swarm of…
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Two men are riding their horses through the countryside. They are quiet, but the tension between them is palpable.They are both anxious and intent on the road ahead of them. One can sense their resolve and focus as they ride silently and quickly. It was easy to get the impression that they are ready for whatever could come their way, clearly motivated to complete their task successfully. Conradin has sent the two men as scouts to report on their surroundings. They are silent, but focused on their work.…
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~ from The Saga of Grettir the Strong, written in Iceland While Conradin was gathering with the other allied generals to decide on the next actions to take to weaken Charles' support in Italy, the victim of this scheme was sleeping off with a cup of wine in the home that had been assigned to him inside the city. Charles was resting and enjoying himself on a lovely Sunday afternoon, taking a vacation from the continual politicking and planning that was typically a regular part of his existence. He was at…
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Following the encounter with the rest of the Ghibellin communes' generals, Conradin agreed to hold a meeting to map out the next actions to take. Soon, all of the commanders were seated in the same room, their hands on a table stocked with wine and light snacks to chew on while they talked. After all, this was a business meeting, not a feast. Conradin was the first to start the conversation, announcing the outcome of the recent naval battle: ''It is probably unknown to you, but six days ago a Genoese…
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Conradin's time in Genoa was brief but fruitful and satisfying. Despite his brief visit, he was able to leave an indelible impression on the Genoese army commander, particularly he praised the Genoese for their efforts and triumphs. He knew he would have many hurdles ahead, but he was confident in his cause and resolved to stay strong and fight for what he saw as a just end. Conradin knew he couldn't stay long, and he was eager to return to his campaign and to his allied armies in the north. It had been…
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