Campagna di San Martino

The Campagna di San Martino refers to a series of battles fought during the Second Italian War of Independence in 1859. The conflict primarily involved the Kingdom of Sardinia and France against the Austrian Empire, aiming to unify Italy. Named after the San Martino hill near Solferino, it was significant for the decisive victories against Austrian forces, which contributed to the eventual unification of Italy. The battles highlighted the strategic importance of the region and inspired later efforts towards national unity, culminating in the establishment of the Kingdom of Italy in 1861.