AragoneseAngevin

Aragonese Angevin refers to a historical period and dynastic union in the Kingdom of Sicily and Naples. This era began in 1282 when Peter III of Aragon conquered Sicily, initiating the Aragonese presence in Southern Italy. The union consolidated the crowns of Aragon and Sicily, and later expanded to include the Kingdom of Naples, though this occurred through complex dynastic claims and wars.

The Aragonese influence brought significant political and administrative changes to the region. They established a new royal court and integrated Sicilian and Neapolitan affairs into the broader Aragonese political sphere. This period was marked by ongoing conflicts with the Angevin dynasty, who had previously ruled Sicily and retained claims to the throne, particularly in Naples. The War of the Sicilian Vespers and subsequent conflicts were central to establishing and defending Aragonese control.

Culturally, the Aragonese period saw an exchange of ideas and artistic influences between the Iberian Peninsula and Southern Italy. The administrative structures implemented by the Aragonese monarchs, such as the viceregal system, had a lasting impact. The dynastic union eventually evolved, with the Aragonese crown passing to other branches and eventually leading to the unified Crown of Spain. The legacy of the Aragonese Angevin period is important for understanding the political and cultural development of Southern Italy and its connections to the wider Mediterranean world.