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Kingdom of the Two Sicilies
The Kingdom of the Two Sicilies united Naples and Sicily under the Bourbon king Ferdinand I. It was the largest Italian state before unification. Garibaldi's Expedition of the Thousand overthrew it, and it joined the Kingdom of Italy in 1861.
Key facts
| Dates | 1816 – 1861 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capitals | Naples, Palermo |
| Founder | Ferdinand I |
| Religion(s) | Catholicism |
Before & after
Preceded by
Kingdom of Naples Kingdom of Sicily
Followed by
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.