Tommaso di Campofregozo

Biography

Tommaso di Campofregozo (Genoa, 1370 – Savona, February 1453) was a prominent figure in the Republic of Genoa, elected Doge three times.

### Early Life and Family

He was born around 1370 to Pietro Campofregozo (1330–1404), a former doge, and Theodora Spinola. His father had briefly held the office of doge on July 13, 1393. Tommaso's brother, Rolando (or Orlando), would also play a significant role in his life.

### Career

At the beginning of the fifteenth century, Tommaso was appointed captain of the Republic of Genoa in Famagusta (Cyprus), marking the start of his political career. This position led to his involvement in the politics of the city and the attempt to organize a coup against the submission of Genoa to France and its King Charles VI. He besieged the government palace with 200 soldiers, but was defeated and briefly imprisoned.

In 1403, Tommaso was appointed governor of Corsica by the French governor Jean Le Mengres (Bucicault). After returning from the island, he became a member of the Council of the Elders of the Republic of Genoa. Between August 1410 and February 1411, Tommaso served as mayor of the colony of Pera, under the new Genoese governor, Marquis Theodoro II.

### Doge of Genoa

Tommaso di Campofregozo was elected doge three times, although specific dates are not mentioned in the available sources. His election to this high office reflects his significant influence and reputation within the Republic of Genoa.

Notes

* Tommaso's birth year is reported as 1370 by Source 1 and around 1370 by Sources 2 and 3.
* The exact dates of his doge elections are not specified in any of the sources.
* His brother, Rolando (or Orlando), attempted a coup against French rule with him.