The Prince

What is the irony of the death of Oliverotto of Fermo who came to power by assembling all the leaders for a dinner and then killing them all?

In Chapter 8, What is the irony of the death of Oliverotto of Fermo who came to power by assembling all the leaders for a dinner and then killing them all?

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Oliverotto actions can be seen as ironic because he, himself, was removed from power when Cesare Borgia ordered his assassination at Senigallia. He gain power through questionable means and was deposed in the same way.

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