 The fief of Moneglia was ruled, until 1153, by the Fieschi from Lavagna, and subsequently became part of the Republic of Genoa.In 1284 Moneglia participated with its ships at the victorious Battle of Meloria, where Genoa won against the Republic of Pisa.According to the tradition Genoa donated to the community of Moneglia some pieces of the port of Pisa chain in exchange for their contribution to the victory.