Ettore Fieramosca -

Ettore Fieramosca (1476–1515) was a renowned Italian (mercenary leader) and nobleman, most famous for leading 13 Italian knights to victory against 13 French knights in the Challenge of Barletta (Disfida di Barletta) in 1503 . His name has since become a symbol of Italian national pride and has been commemorated across literature, military history, and modern business. Historical Significance

During the Second Italian War, French knights insulted the bravery of Italians. Fieramosca organized a formal tournament where the Italian side decisively defeated the French, capturing them as prisoners. Ettore Fieramosca

Tourists can visit the Castello Ettore Fieramosca in Mignano Monte Lungo. Ettore Fieramosca