Bartolomeo II della Scala

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Bartolomeo II della Scala (died July 12, 1381) was lord of Verona from 1375 until his death, together with his brother Paolo Alboino.

The illegitimate son of Cansignorio della Scala, he obtained the power in Verona after the latter's death by assassinating Cansignorio's brother, Paolo Alboino. He ruled Verona, who was then bankruptcy and forced to accept the protectorate of Barnabò Visconti.

After a period of moderate reign, Bartolomeo was assassinated by his brother Antonio.

Preceded by
Cansignorio
Lord of Verona and Vicenza
Together with Antonio
Succeeded by
Antonio
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