Ludovico Sforza, Duke of Milan: The Ambitious Renaissance Prince
Ludovico Sforza (1452–1508), also known as Ludovico il Moro, was one of the most fascinating and complex figures of the Italian Renaissance. As Duke of Milan, he played a pivotal role in shaping the political, cultural, and artistic landscape of late 15th-century Italy. His reign was marked by both ambitious political maneuvering and significant