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Formation of an Independent Italy
A battle being shown in the struggle for Italian independence from the Kingdom of Sardinia. Specifically the Second War of Italian Independence. -
Papal States taken over by a new Italy
Image below shows the Catholics defending the Papal States in the 1859-1860 period, later unified with Italy in 1870. -
First Italo-Ethiopian War
The image shows the struggle for the African territory with the Ethiopians revolting, and surprisingly a victory for them against the Italians. -
Italy takes Libya
Italy expands into the Turkish territory, with desires of expansion and in competition with other European powers. -
Mussolini joins Socialist Newspaper
A passionate Mussolini with socialist ideas and a talent for writing joins the Socialist newspaper as an editor. -
Mussolini kicked from Socialist Newspaper
Mussolini was kicked out of the Socialist newspaper for his pro-war views while the rest of the party took a neutral stance. -
Treaty of London
A secret pact signed by Italy with the Entant to join WWI on the side of the Allied Forces. -
Beginning of Biennio Rosso
Was a period of Socialist unrest after the war about their discomfort about the state of Italy. -
Fascio di Combattimento formed in Milan
A group Mussolini formed that expressed nationalistic values and to rid corruption in Italy, and will later become the Fascist party. -
D'Annunzio takes Fiume
D'Annunzio was a national hero who took Fiume by force after the Allied powers didn't give it to them as they promised for winning the war. -
Mussolini forms Alliance with Giolitti
this picture shows Mussolini and Giolitti together after the forming of the alliance, showing their collusion in the government -
Mussolini forms the PNF and becomes leader
this picture shows Mussolini surrounded by everyday people, of whom he mainly appealed to. this shows that he was elected because he appealed to the mass of the Italian population -
March on rome
This picture shows the overwhelming force of Mussolini and the black shirts -
Acerbo law passed
This picture shows Acerbo, the man responsible for the law's passing -
Aventine sucession
this picture shows how this protest was not by workers, but rather more important politicians to protest mussolini -
Corfu incedent
This picture shows the military presence during the incident -
Matteoti crisis
This picture shows how mussolini was depicted as a villain during this crisis -
Locarno treaty signed
this picture shows how many people were involved in the signing of the treaty -
battle for grain
This picture shows the style of propaganda used which appealed to the Italian population -
Battle of lira
shows how the battle wasnt in the cities, but rather far from them, away from the public -
battle for births
this shows the sheer amount of babies born during this time -
Kellogg-Briand Treaty signed
A treaty signed by 15 countries, including those of America, Germany, France, and Italy to prevent future conflicts through diplomacy, and not military action. The image is former French prime minister Aristide Briand signing the treaty -
Lateran Treaty with Pope
A treaty signed between Italy and the Vaticans which led to the independence and sovereignty of Vatican City under the Holy See. This image shows Mussolini and a few other delegates finalizing the treaty. -
Abyssinian Crisis
A crisis which resulted from Mussolini's desire of Italy invading and capturing Abyssinia (region in Ethiopia). The map shows the Italian offensive and plan in defeating the Ethiopian forces. -
Stresa Front
An agreement between Britain, France, and Italy that ensured peace and stability in Europe after German violations of the Treaty of Versailles. The image shows leaders of these three countries discussing the agreement. -
Italian involvement with Spanish Civil War
Mussolini-encouraged support for Spanish nationalists during the Spanish Civil war in the form of sending troops, weapons, and aircraft, from 1936 to 1939. The image is a representation of Italy's influence on the war. -
Munich Conference
A meeting between Germany, Britain, France, and Italy in which Germany was granted Sudetenland (region in Czechoslovakia) in order to avoid further conflicts. The image shows the leaders of these 4 countries gathered up to discuss the agreement. -
Italy invades Albania
Mussolini-led invasion of Albania resulting from imperialistic ideals and one that eventually led to the annexation of Albania by Italy. The image shows a group of Italian troops entering Durazzo, Albania. -
Rome-Berlin Axis Treaty signed
A treaty between Nazi Germany and Mussolini's Italy that promised military cooperation during WW2.The image shows Hitler and Mussolini along with other delegates during the signing of the treaty. -
Italy enters WW2 on side of Germany
Italy joins WW2 on Germany's side in support of their Axis ally and Mussolini's pursuit of territorial expansion. The image shows Mussolini, Hitler, and Japanese leader Kurusu (also part of the Axis Allies) signing the Tripartite Act which was key in Italy joining WW2 with the Germans. -
Mussolini brought down by coup during WW2
After hardships and failures from war, Mussolini is taken down by a coup, removed from power, and eventually arrested. This image proves Mussolini's unpopularity at that time as the headline suggests it was a 'first step toward peace.' -
Mussolini Killed
Mussolini is captured and executed by a group of partisans while traveling, ultimately ending years of Fascist rule in Italy. The image shows the coffin of Benito Mussolini.