Museum of the Roman Republic and Garibaldi Memorial, History museum in Porta San Pancrazio, Rome, Italy.
The Museum of the Roman Republic and Garibaldi Memorial occupies Porta San Pancrazio in Trastevere, a gate damaged in the 1849 fighting and rebuilt between 1854 and 1857. Its permanent display traces events from the 1848 uprisings to the republic's defeat in July 1849, and covers the lives of Luciano Manara and Goffredo Mameli. Cases hold busts, flags, uniforms and writings.
The museum documents the events of 1849, when local forces battled French troops during the period of the Roman Republic. Extensive collections and artifacts tell the story of this turbulent time in the city.
The museum's name links the 1849 Roman Republic with Garibaldi's memory; the rooms display busts, flags, uniforms and writings from the 1848 uprisings to the July 1849 defeat. The collection also covers the lives of Luciano Manara and Goffredo Mameli, and a section is devoted to the Garibaldi Partisan Division.
The museum is located in a fortified building that is easily accessible by public transport. Visitors should know that all four floors are reached on foot and time should be allowed to walk through all exhibition areas.
The second floor features video reconstructions of the siege battles alongside period engravings and paintings that illustrate the conflict. This blend of modern technology and historical artwork brings the events to life in a direct way.
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