List of dukes of Milan

Milan was ruled by dukes from the 13th century to 1814, after which it was incorporated into the Kingdom of Lombardy–Venetia by the Congress of Vienna.

This article is about the dukes of Milan (1395–1814). For the lords of Milan (1259–1395), see Lord of Milan.
Duke of Milan

Arms of Francesco I Sforza.
Quarterly: 1st and 4th, Or an eagle stand Sable, wearing a crown; 2nd and 3rd, Argent a serpent ripple Azure, wearing a crown, eating a moor Gules
Creation date5 September 1395
Created byWenceslaus, King of the Romans
First holderGian Galeazzo Visconti
Last holderFrancis II
Extinction date9 June 1815
Seat(s)Sforza Castle
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