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Unification of Italy: Victor Emmanuel II (1820-1878), first King of Italy from February 1861, shaking Leopold II
530365 Unification of Italy: Victor Emmanuel II (1820-1878), first King of Italy from February 1861, shaking Leopold II, Grand Duke of Tuscany, out of Italy

Unification of Italy: Garibaldi asking Victor Emmanuel II if he will carry on the 'game' for Italy
530370 Unification of Italy: Garibaldi asking Victor Emmanuel II if he will carry on the 'game' for Italy, 1860 (engraving); (add.info)

Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882), Italian patriot, turning the British idea of the Roman Catholic
530367 Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882), Italian patriot, turning the British idea of the Roman Catholic church out of Naples, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Cartoon from Punch)

Giuseppe Garibaldi helping Victor Emmanuel II put on the boot of Italy, 1860
Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-82) helping Victor Emmanuel II (1820-78) put on the boot of Italy. The Unification of Italy. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 17 November 1860. Wood engraving

Victor Emmanuel II knocking on the door of Naples, 1861. Artist: John Tenniel
Victor Emmanuel II knocking on the door of Naples, 1861. Victor Emmanuel became the first king of Italy from February 1861

The Year 1776, the beginning of American nationhood, with the Declaration of Independence issued on 4 July (chromolitho)
3105251 The Year 1776, the beginning of American nationhood, with the Declaration of Independence issued on 4 July (chromolitho) by American School

On the threshold of nationhood, Partition 1947
On the threshold of nationhood: communal rioting in the Punjab. Page from the Illustrated London News, 22nd March 1947 reporting on the Partition of India. Date: 1947

Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882) helping Victor Emmanuel II (1820-78
530368 Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882) helping Victor Emmanuel II (1820-78) put on the boot of Italy. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 17 November 1860. Wood engraving

Unification of Italy: Victor Emmanuel II (1820-1878), first king of Italy from February
530369 Unification of Italy: Victor Emmanuel II (1820-1878), first king of Italy from February 1861, knocking on the door of Naples which Garibaldi (1807-1882)

Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (180718-82) trying to persuade Pope Pius IX that
530371 Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (180718-82) trying to persuade Pope Pius IX that the Cap of Liberty would be far more comfortable than the Papal crown

Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882), Italian Patriot
530366 Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882), Italian Patriot, conquering Sicily and Naples on behalf of the new kingdom of Italy

Giuseppe Garibaldi trying to persuade Pope Pius IX, 1860. Artist: John Tenniel
Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-82) trying to persuade Pope Pius IX that the Cap of Liberty would be far more comfortable than the Papal crown, 1860

Discussion over the future ruler of unified Italy, 1860
Discussion over the future ruler of unified Italy, 1960. Garibaldi asking Victor Emmanuel II if he will carry on the game for Italy

Giuseppe Garibaldi turning the British idea of the Roman Catholic church out of Naples, 1860. Cartoon from Punch, London, 22 September 1860. Wood engraving

Giuseppe Garibaldi, conquering Sicily and Naples for the new kingdom of Italy, 1860. Artist: John Tenniel
Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-82), Italian Patriot, conquering Sicily and Naples on behalf of the new kingdom of Italy. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 16 June 1860. Wood engraving

Victor Emmanuel II (1st King of Italy) shaking Leopold II (Duke of Tuscany) out of Italy, 1861
Victor Emmanuel II (1st King of Italy) shaking Leopold II, Holy Roman Emperor (Duke of Tuscany) out of Italy, from Punch, London, 2 March 1861. The unification of Italy. Wood engraving

Unification of Italy: Victor Emmanuel II (1820-1878), first king of Italy from February 1861, knocking on the door of Naples which Garibaldi (1807-1882)

Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882), Italian patriot, turning the British idea of the Roman Catholic church out of Naples. Cartoon from " Punch", London, 22 September 1860

Unification of Italy: Giuseppe Garibaldi (180718-82) trying to persuade Pope Pius IX that the Cap of Liberty would be far more comfortable than the Papal crown

Unification of Italy: Garibaldi asking Victor Emmanuel II if he will carry on the game for Italy, while on left Pope Pius IX realises he has a weak hand and on the right Leopold II

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"From the Boot to the Stars and Stripes: A Journey of Nationhood" In 1860, Giuseppe Garibaldi lends a helping hand to Victor Emmanuel II as they symbolically put on the boot of Italy, marking a significant step towards Italian nationhood. The year 1776 witnessed the birth of American nationhood, with the issuance of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th. This chromolitho captures the essence of that historic moment, forever etching it in our collective memory. Partition in 1947 brought India and Pakistan to the threshold of nationhood. Amidst turmoil and division, these nations embarked on separate paths but shared aspirations for self-determination. Giuseppe Garibaldi's relentless efforts during Italy's unification are showcased once again as he aids Victor Emmanuel II. Together, they strive to unite a fragmented land under one flag - an embodiment of Italian nationhood. Garibaldi's persuasive endeavors extend even to Pope Pius IX in his quest for national unity. The Unification of Italy was not merely political; it required bridging religious divides and fostering harmony among diverse communities. Amidst discussions over who would lead unified Italy into its future, hopes were high for a strong ruler capable of guiding this newfound nation towards prosperity and stability. The weighty responsibility lay upon their shoulders as they shaped Italian nationhood. Victor Emmanuel II knocking on Naples' door in 1861 signifies another triumph along Italy's path to unity. John Tenniel beautifully captures this pivotal moment when Naples willingly embraces its place within a united kingdom. Garibaldi's determination knows no bounds as he challenges British influence over Rome's Catholic Church during his conquests in Naples. His actions reflect not only military prowess but also an unwavering commitment to shaping Italian identity through religion and culture. Sicily and Naples fall under Garibaldi's command as he paves the way for a new kingdom of Italy.