Milan. Scarlioni Hall. Austrian Captain Antonio Gnoato signs the surrender of the fortress on behalf of Radetzky. He doesn’t even blink when he reads the following paragraph: “The political prisoners, victims of the fallen tyranny, will be immediately released, particularly those imprisoned as a result of the recent events, which aimed at the glorious goal of liberating the homeland from the foreigner.” Among the witnesses is Cattaneo, who for the occasion has worn Radetzky’s sword around his waist.
