Della Torre

Della Torre
Coat of arms of the Della Torre (1274)
FoundedXI century
FounderMartino "Gigante" Della Torre
Final rulerGuido della Torre
TitlesLord of Milan (1259–1277)
(1302–1311)

The House of Della Torre (Torriani or Thurn) was an Italian noble family who dominated Lombardy and much of northern Italy between the 12th and 14th centuries. They owned the Lordship of Milan before being expelled by the Visconti at the Battle of Desio. They were members of the Guelphs.

According to the line of descent of the family, the house would descend from the imperial family of Charlemagne.

Over the centuries, various branches of the family have acquired numerous titles, including barons, counts, marquesses, and even dukes and princes. Many members of the Society have also been awarded various titles related to orders of knighthood.

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