The Sicilian Vespers refers to a rebellion that took place in 1282 on the island of Sicily against the rule of the Angevins, a French dynasty. The uprising began on the evening of March 30, during a religious service, when a local Sicilian was provoked by a French soldier. This incident sparked widespread violence against the French, leading to a significant revolt. The conflict resulted in the establishment of a new ruling dynasty, the Aragonese, who took control of Sicily. The Sicilian Vespers is often seen as a pivotal moment in Sicilian history, marking a shift in power and the beginning of a long struggle for independence from foreign rule.