The Rise of Mussolini in Italy Benito Mussolini
The Rise of Mussolini in Italy Benito Mussolini (1883 -1945) By: Katie Galough and Jen Tripp
Benito Mussolini
Benito Mussolini (1883 -1945)
Mussolini Comes to Power • Formed Fascist part in Italy in 1919 • Supported the striking workers in 1920 • In 1921, made many promises: • Would protect wealthy • Jobs and benefits for all workers • Would make Italy glorious again • In 1922, Mussolini gained control • Blackshirts used violence to intimidate • Fascists “Marched on Rome” • King made Mussolini prime minister
1922 March on Rome • to establish Mussolini and the Fascist Party as the most important party in Italy • In 1921 the fascist parties in Italy joined together to form the Fascist Party • Mussolini said this at a party conference: "Either the government will be given to us or will shall seize it by marching on Rome. "
March on Rome, 1922
Mussolini gains power Summary • Mussolini set up a Fascist Party and promised to solve Italy’s problems • Promised to rebuild Italy and recreate the Roman Empire • Organized armed gangs called the “Blackshirts” • Came to power in 1922 and was appointed Prime Minister by King Victor Emmanuel to prevent a Communist Revolution in Italy (during March of Rome)
Mussolini Addressing the Italian People
Mussolini’s New Government • In 1924, Fascists overtook the parliament • Mussolini now reorganized the government • Created a corporate state Corporate State = Workers and employers work together in syndicates (one for each industry) to set economic policies for the nation.
Mussolini’s Effect on Italy • Most Italians supported Mussolini • Called Mussolini “IL Duce” (the Leader) • Blackshirts suppressed critics • Built up armed forces • Solved unemployment • Inspired patriotism • Made the trains run on time? • Made peace with the Catholic Church • Lateran Accords 1929
Mussolini Propaganda
Quote • “Fascism should rightly be called Corporatism as it is a merge of state and corporate power. ”~ Benito Mussolini
Mussolini and Hitler and Mussolini had a close relationship. In October 1936 they signed a nonmilitary alliance. Mussolini signed a full defensive alliance with Nazi Germany in the Pact of Steel.
Italy during WWII Mussolini intended to annex Malta, Corsica, and Tunis. He wanted to create a “New Roman Empire. ” He annexed Albania, straining the military. His troops were unprepared for the German invasion of Poland. Italy remained neutral. Mussolini during WWII
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