In our first day of AR112, we learned about different architecture displayed throughout the Italian peninsula. We touched on different designs such as large bell towers being prevalent throughout the peninsula, as well as large squares being consistently spread out throughout the area. It’s important to note that because Italy was not unified until the 19th century, there were tons of city-states that made up the peninsula, each one having its own sense of pride and nationalism. As stated above, large bell towers were created throughout many cities in Italy. These towers created a sense of pride and safety for your hometown. If a citizen could see the tower, they felt safe and apart of their community. If they could not see the bell tower anymore, they felt more lost and unknown. This sense of attachment to community created many rivalries between towns that still exist to this day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We also learned about the importance of Saint Francis within Italy. Francis wrote the song “The Canticle of Brother Sun” in 1224 which was significant because it was one of the first works ever written in Italian, rather than Latin. Saint Francis grew up within a wealthy family, but saw beggars throughout his hometown, and ultimately shifted from his rich lifestyle to a poor one. He joined the beggars and promoted his ideas. His followers became known as “Franciscans.” This group differs itself from monks, as they interacted with all different types of people. After Francis died in 1226, he was recognized as a saint just two years later in 1228, the quickest to ever be named a saint after their passing. I enjoyed learning about the importance of Saint Francis and the significance of different architecture throughout the Italian peninsula in our first class. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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