Introduction to the equestrian statue of Emanuele II: Vittorio Emanuele II (Italian: Vittorio Emanuele II) (March 14, 1820 - January 9, 1878), King of Sardinia-Piedmont (reigned from 1849 to 1861). He was a strict constitutional monarch. In 1849, he refused to withdraw Piedmont's liberal constitution, making Piedmont a liberal and nationalist country. The most stable and enlightened country in the center and principalities, and completed the unification of Italy. After he became the first king after the unification of Italy (1861-1878), although he did not like Cavour, he was still meritorious. He appointed Cavour as Prime Minister, fully supported his reforms, and in order to consolidate the unification The kingdom supported the revival movement, fought against Austria (1859-1861), and won the battles of Magenta and Solferino.