1.The Italian and Northern (European) Renaissance have both been viewed as the exit from the Dark Ages. This implies that massive changes occurred within society. Historically, such massive changes do not normally occur at the behest of individuals. However, the Renaissance saw the importance of individuals ( or individual families) driving those changes. Patrons and patronage helped usher in the changes that helped define the age. Please select a person or family who acted as a Patron during the Renaissance. After researching, make an argument for or against the singular importance of that patron on the course of History. Phrased differently, how would History be different without their contribution?
