Genoa

Marco Polo captured at Battle of Curzola - imprisoned in Genoa during Venice-Genoa war

Marco Polo dictates travels to Rustichello - fellow prisoner writes 'Il Milione' (The Travels of Marco Polo) in French

War of Curzola with Genoa - Venice defeated at sea, Marco Polo captured, long rivalry continues

Casa di San Giorgio established in Genoa - joint-stock company managing public debt, prototype of modern corporation

Genoa develops accomandita partnership form - sleeping partners with limited liability, active partners with unlimited liability