Treaty of Zurich

The Treaty of Zurich, signed in 1859, was an agreement that officially ended the Second Italian War of Independence between France, Sardinia, and Austria. It confirmed the annexation of Lombardy by the Kingdom of Sardinia, helping Italy move closer to unification. The treaty also outlined the withdrawal of French and Austrian forces from certain territories and established new borders, paving the way for Italy's future independence and unity. Overall, it was a key step toward Italy becoming a unified nation.