Refuge of Napoleon Bonaparte 23-24 mai 1793 (≈ 24)
Bonaparte family fleeing paolists.
XVIe siècle
Construction of the tower
Construction of the tower XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Period of construction by the Genoese.
8 mars 1991
Registration historical monument
Registration historical monument 8 mars 1991 (≈ 1991)
Official protection by ministerial decree.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Tour de Capitello (cad. A 1897): inscription by order of 8 March 1991
Key figures
Napoléon Bonaparte - Historical figure
He took refuge there in 1793 with his family.
Pascal Paoli - Political leader of Corsica
Opposed to the Convention, cause of refuge.
Origin and history
The Capitello Tower is a typical Genoese tower built in the 16th century in the town of Grosseto-Prugna, in South Corsica. It illustrates the influence of the Republic of Genoa on the island, marked by the construction of many coastal towers intended for surveillance and defense against invasions.
In May 1793, the tower served as a refuge for Napoleon Bonaparte and his family for two days, on 23 and 24 May. They were fleeing the supporters of Pascal Paoli, opposed to the National Convention which had issued a warrant of arrest against him. This episode highlights the strategic role of these buildings in the political conflicts of the time.
The Capitello Tower was officially recognized for its heritage value and listed as a historic monument by order of 8 March 1991. This protection highlights its importance in local history and the genoese architectural heritage in Corsica.
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