Bologna 1858, a Jewish boy is kidnapped by the Inquisition. His father takes up a struggle begun by Napoleon 60 years earlier. The emperor nearly succeeds in dismantling the inquisition and securing its secret files, but the popes regain their earthly powers. Decades later a desperate father will fight to get back his son. The boy becomes a symbol for an embattled pope. The jewish father and the emperor unleash the forces that bring about the end of the inquisition.
For my History of Western Civilization class. Note: I make no claim of ownership to the video clip or photos depicted. However their use for this educational material falls under the Fair Use Act of 2007. Enjoy
From a small Italian community in 15th century Florence, the Medici family would rise to rule Europe in many ways. Using charm, patronage, skill, duplicity and ruthlessness, they would amass unparalleled wealth and unprecedented power. They ...
The Medici – Godfathers of the Renaissance 1/4 BG sub
