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Gian Galeazzo Visconti, Italian son of Galeazzo II Visconti (born 1351)

On September 3, in the year 1402, Gian Galeazzo Visconti, Italian son of Galeazzo II Visconti (born 1351). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of September 3, one of 429 recorded events on this date across all of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Gian Galeazzo Visconti. Learn more below.

Gian Galeazzo Visconti, was the first duke of Milan (1395) and ruled that late-medieval city just before the dawn of the Renaissance. He also ruled Lombardy jointly with his uncle Bernabò. He was the founding patron of the Certosa di Pavia, completing the Visconti Castle at Pavia begun by his father and furthering work on the Duomo of Milan. He conquered a large area in the Po Valley of northern Italy. He threatened war with France in relation to the transfer of Genoa to French control as well as issues with his beloved daughter Valentina. When he died of fever in the Castello of Melegnano, his children fought with each other and fragmented the territories that he had ruled.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on September 3, 1402 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 2 Wikipedia articles.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 17 July 2026.

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