Treaty of Turin

The Treaty of Turin, signed in 1816, was an agreement between the Kingdom of Savoy and the Kingdom of Sardinia, effectively unifying them under the rule of the House of Savoy. This treaty followed the Napoleonic Wars and aimed to stabilize the region in Northern Italy. It defined borders and established the new kingdom’s authority, helping to lay the groundwork for Italy's eventual unification in the 19th century. Essentially, it marked a significant step in the political landscape of Italy during a time of change and consolidation.