Al centro dello Stato.La capitale d' Italia tra Torino Firenze(1848-1870)

At the center of the State The capital of Italy between Turin and Florence (1848-1870) This thesis proposes a detailed analysis of the role of the capital in Italy, exploring its various historical definitions and the cultural, political and economic implications over the centuries. Through a thorough examination, we examine the evolution of this role, from its genesis in antiquity to the present day. Particular attention is paid to the period in which Turin was designated the capital of Italy (1861-1865), investigating the reasons for this temporary choice and the political, economic and cultural motivations that supported it. It analyzes the impact of this designation on Turin and the process of national unification, emphasizing the key role of the city in the context of the nascent Italian nation. Next, we explore the transfer of the capital from Turin to Florence (1865-1871), examining the political, cultural and economic reasons behind this decision and evaluating the effects of this move on Florence and Italy as a whole. It examines the heritage and historical significance of the period in which Florence was the capital, highlighting its cultural, political and economic implications and its contribution to the formation of the Italian national identity. Through a multidisciplinary and in-depth analysis, this thesis offers a complete vision of the role of the capital in Italy and its impact on the history and development of the country. It also examines the political context and internal dynamics that led to the subsequent transfer of the capital to Rome. Finally, the short and long-term consequences of the transfer of the capital are analyzed, exploring the impact on the city of Florence and on the whole of Italy.