Emmanuel Philibert, known as Testa di ferro, was the Duke of Savoy and ruler of the Savoyard states from 17 August 1553 until his death in 1580. He is notably remembered for restoring the Savoyard state, which had been occupied by France since his youth, following his triumph at the Battle of St. Quentin in 1557, and for transferring the capital to Turin.
- Occupation
- military personnel, politician
- Position held
- Governor of the Spanish Netherlands, Head of the House of Savoy
- Citizenship
- Duchy of Savoy
- Born
- July 8, 1528, 1528
