On 26 May 1805, Napoleon Bonaparte, already the emperor of Frence, extended his influence further by being crowned king of Italy.
The coronation took place in Milan's Cathedral, marking a significant expansion of his power in Europe.
This event consolidated French dominance over Italy and symbolised Napoleon's ambition to unify and control disparate regions under his rule.
The establishment of the Kingdom of Italy under Napoleon's reign was a crucial step in his broader strategy to reshape the political landscape of Europe, centralising authority and spreading Napoleonic ideals across the continent.
