Political Power of the Merchant Class Renaissance (Part 2)

The video explores the transformation of Italy from the 1300s onwards, highlighting the rise of the merchant class, economic changes, and the impact of disasters like the Black Death on the Renaissance. It discusses the conflicts between city states, particularly Florence and Milan, and the ideological influence of Florence. The Medici family's role in banking, politics, and the arts is examined, along with the expansion of trade and changes in government. The video concludes with a look at the Renaissance's growth from these historical contexts.

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