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Maximilian I's Campaign against Venice

When
1508
Where
Venetian territory
Episodes
1

In early 1508, Maximilian I invaded Venetian territory under the pretext of a coronation journey. His campaign ended in defeat at the Battle of Cadore in March. By summer, Venice secured a separate three-year truce with the Emperor, distinct from the broader League of Cambrai.

Episodes

  1. February 1508 · Venetian territoryImperial Invasion

    Maximilian's army crosses into Venetian territory in February 1508, initiating hostilities with sieges and skirmishes.

Background and detail

Military Campaign. Imperial troops entered Venetian territory in February 1508, sacking Ampezzo and besieging Castello di Botestagno. After an initial skirmish victory at Chiusa di Venas, Maximilian advanced on Vicenza. However, his army was defeated by Venetian forces under Bartolomeo d'Alviano at the Battle of Cadore on 2 March 1508.

People involved

Sources

  1. War of the League of Cambrai Wikipedia
  2. Maximilian I, Holy Roman Emperor Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-08

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