The Lombard invasion of Byzantine Italy in 568 was a pivotal event in Venetian history, as it kicked off the movement towards a distinct Venetian society, culture and, ultimately, state.
Excerpts related to “Venetia” and the “Veneti” from the “Naturalis Historia” by Pliny the Elder (1st century)
The Lombard invasion of Venetia in 568 — from “Historia Langobardorum” by Paul the Deacon.
Jacopo TIepolo, doge 1229–1249, left an impact on Venice, which is still clearly visible today.