Giacomo Matteotti
Italian politician and anti-fascist leader
Born
May 22nd, 1885
140 years ago
Died
June 10th, 1924
101 years ago — 39 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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An Italian lawyer and politician, engaged in politics during the rise of fascism in Italy. Elected to the Chamber of Deputies in 1921, emphasized workers' rights and social justice. Became a vocal opponent of Mussolini's regime, known for criticism of government policies and practices. In 1924, forced to go into hiding after speech denouncing the government, ultimately abducted and murdered later that year. The assassination spurred national outrage and led to significant political reactions regarding fascism in Italy.
Elected as a deputy in 1921
Critiqued fascist policies in a 1924 speech
Murdered for opposing Mussolini's regime
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