Early Life And Accession

**Ranuccio II Farnese: Duke of Parma and Piacenza**

**Early Life and Accession**

Ranuccio II Farnese, born in 1630, was the eldest son of Duke Odoardo and Margherita de Medici. He ascended to the throne of the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza in 1646.

**Splendid Court and Papal Conflict**

Under Ranuccio II's rule, the court in Parma and Piacenza became one of the most opulent in Italy. However, his strained relations with Pope Innocent X led to the razing of a portion of his territory.

Discover more about Ranuccio II Farnese and his reign through these informative articles:

Ranuccio II Farnese: The Splendor and Controversy of a Duke

The Farnese Dynasty: The Rise and Fall of a Powerful Italian Family