Siege of Brescia

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This article is about the siege in 1238. For the siege in 1512, see Sack of Brescia.
Siege of Brescia
Part of the Wars of the Guelphs and Ghibellines
Date 1238
Location Brescia, Lombardy, present-day Italy
Result Guelph victory
Belligerents
Holy Roman Empire, Brescian Guelphs(Lombard League)
Commanders
Frederick II

The Siege of Brescia occurred in 1238. The Guelphs were attempting to take the town of Brescia. Emperor Frederick arrived and lifted the siege. His foes attempted to capture him during the battle, but were unable.

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