The First Italian War of Independence was fought in 1848 and 1849 between the Kingdom of Sardinia and the Austrian Empire. The war saw main battles at Custoza and Novara in which the Austrians under Radetzky managed to defeat the Piedmontese.
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“Master of Trinity: Is he an Italian?
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Master of Trinity: I see.
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Master of Trinity: I’m relieved to hear it.
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