Historical Events tagged with "fascism"

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Politics & Government

Violet Gibson's Assassination Attempt on Mussolini

April 7th, 1926 98 years ago

On a spring day in Rome, Violet Gibson, an Irish woman, attempted to assassinate Italian Prime Minister Benito Mussolini. Armed with a revolver, she shot at him from a close range as he was leaving a public event. Although Mussolini was not seriously injured, the episode caused a stir in Italy and highlighted growing tensions regarding political violence against fascism.

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Fascists Kidnap and Kill Giacomo Matteotti

June 10th, 1924 100 years ago

Giacomo Matteotti, an Italian Socialist leader, was kidnapped and murdered by fascist agents in Rome. His abduction was politically motivated, aimed at silencing a critical voice against the rising fascist regime. Matteotti had been vocally opposing the methods and policies of Benito Mussolini, leading to his targeting. The incident raised significant concerns about political violence and repression in Italy during this tumultuous period.

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Benito Mussolini Becomes Prime Minister of Italy

October 31st, 1922 102 years ago

Benito Mussolini was appointed Prime Minister of Italy after leading the March on Rome, a demonstration of power that showcased the support of the Fascist Party. As a result of political instability and threats from various factions, King Victor Emmanuel III decided to appoint Mussolini to form a government, believing he could restore order and combat the growing socialist influence in the country.

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Mussolini's Fascists Seize Power in Rome

October 28th, 1922 102 years ago

Italian fascists, under the leadership of Benito Mussolini, executed a strategic march on Rome with the goal of seizing control of the Italian government. On this day, thousands of armed fascist supporters converged on the capital, demonstrating their strength and resolve. This show of force pressured the incumbent Prime Minister Luigi Facta to resign, allowing Mussolini to be appointed as the new Prime Minister. The march was initially intended to be a bluff, but it turned into a pivotal moment in Italian political history.

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Founding of the National Fascist Party in Italy

November 9th, 1921 103 years ago

The National Fascist Party was founded in Italy by Benito Mussolini and his followers. This was a pivotal moment that marked the formalization of fascist ideology in Italian politics. The party aimed to revitalize Italy and restore it to its former greatness, emphasizing nationalism and a strong centralized government. The founding event took place amid political turmoil and social unrest, presenting a platform that appealed to various segments of society including veterans and nationalists who were disillusioned with the post-World War I environment.

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Founding of the Italian Fascist Movement

March 23rd, 1919 105 years ago

In Milan, Italy, Benito Mussolini established the Fascist political movement, signaling a new political force in Italian politics. The movement began as a response to social unrest and political instability following World War I, appealing to nationalistic sentiments and promising to restore Italy's greatness. Mussolini's rhetoric focused on unity, strength, and the re-establishment of order. The founding of the Fasci Italiani di Combattimento marked the emergence of a distinct ideology that blended nationalism, anti-socialism, and militarism, attracting a variety of supporters disillusioned with the existing government.

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