Guiseppe Garibaldi

Giuseppe Garibaldi was a 19th-century Italian revolutionary and military leader who played a key role in unifying Italy. Known for his guerrilla tactics, he led volunteer armies called the Red Shirts to conquer southern Italy and Sicily, helping to bring together various independent states into a single nation. Garibaldi was passionate about democracy and liberal ideals, advocating for Italian independence from foreign rule. His efforts, along with those of other nationalists, ultimately helped Italy become a unified country in 1861. He is celebrated as a national hero for his dedication to Italian unification and his adventurous spirit.