The rule of the house of Savoy…

The rule of the house of Savoy has weakened over the past century.

When Philibert II died in 1504, he was succeeded by Charles III the Good, a rather weak ruler.

Since 1515, Piedmont has been occupied by foreign armies, and Francis I of France has been just waiting for the opportunity to permanently annex the duchy of Savoy and its possessions.

In 1536 Francis I orders the occupation of the Duchy, which is invaded by a strong military contingent.

Charles III realizes too late the weakness of the state, and tries to defend the city of Turin.

However, the city is lost on April 3 of the same year.