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Italy’s unification was not merely a result of military might or revolutionary fervor; it was a complex amalgamation of political alliances, regional aspirations, and historical chance. Though figures like Mazzini and Garibaldi envisioned a republic, the ultimate path led to a constitutional monarchy under the Savoys. Following World War II, Italy would witness the abolition of its monarchy, a decision reflecting a long evolution since those tumultuous unification years. As the echoes of a fragmented past fade, Italy has continued to assert its place as a significant player in international affairs, inheriting both the challenges and legacies of its formative journey to unity.