Historical Events tagged with "michele schirru"
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Politics & Government
Michele Schirru Executed for Attempting to Kill Mussolini
May 29th, 1931 93 years ago
Michele Schirru, an American citizen and anti-fascist, was captured in Italy after attempting to assassinate Benito Mussolini. He was executed by a firing squad of the Royal Italian Army during a period of escalating fascist repression. Schirru's actions were motivated by his opposition to Mussolini's regime, which he viewed as oppressive and authoritarian. The execution took place in a climate of fear and political turmoil, reflecting the harsh penalties imposed on dissenters in Italy at the time.
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