Umberto I: Quick Facts

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Born	March 14, 1844 • Turin • Italy
Died	July 29, 1900 (aged 56) • Monza • Italy
Title / Office	king (1878-1900), Italy
House / Dynasty	House of Savoy
Notable Family Members	son Victor Emmanuel III
Role In	Triple Alliance

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