The articles of the treaty were confirmed, and their publication was to take place two days afterward.Continuing Masaniello's Revolt At Naples,our
Naples Charter Restored
At length on Thursday, July 11th, on the fifth day of the insurrection, an agreement was concluded.Continuing Masaniello's Revolt At Naples,our
Masaniello Organizes the Revolt
Masaniello now placed himself at the head of this troop of people, and marched with them in procession through the town.Continuing Masaniello's
Viceroy’s Negotiators Seized
The hand of Masaniello had torn asunder the tie of centuries of habit.Continuing Masaniello's Revolt At Naples,our selection from The Carafa of
Negotiations Break Down
With great difficulty Montesarchio and Satriano escaped the rage of the populace.Continuing Masaniello's Revolt At Naples,our selection from The
Viceroy’s Peace Offers
The Prince of Montesarchio was the first whom the Viceroy sent as a messenger of peace.Continuing Masaniello's Revolt At Naples,our selection from
Nightfall
The night came -- what a night! A hundred thousand men marched with loud cries through the town.Continuing Masaniello's Revolt At Naples,our
March to the Palace
When the people found the outer gate of the palace unguarded, they rushed into the court and forced their way up the great stairs.Continuing
They Began It with Throwing Fruit
The signal was given for an insurrection. The tax-gatherers drove the people back; the people made use of the fruit as their weapons.Continuing