Who was assassinated leading to Pius IX's temporary escape from Rome?
Cardinal Gizzi
Prime Minister Rossi
General Mamiani
Cardinal Antonelli
Answer
Prime Minister Rossi, a moderate liberal, was assassinated on November 15, 1848, during an opening session of the Italian parliament. This event heightened tensions between the Roman Republic and its citizens, leading to a political crisis that culminated in Pope Pius IX temporarily fleeing Rome disguised as a simple priest to seek refuge at Gaeta.
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