- Describe the Italian diplomatic,
economic, and
political scene during the
period 1919-1921. Be familiar with the major
political parties and
Giovanni Giolitti. What is
a socialist in the Italy of
this era?
- Discuss the contradictions in the career of Benito Mussolini.
What factors enabled him to come to power?
- What was the March on Rome? What role did
Victor Emmanuel III
play?
- How did Giacomo Matteotti figure in Mussolini's career?
- What instruments did Mussolini use in his attempt to control
every aspect of Italian life? Define the concept of
corporative
state.
- Define the terms "fascism" and "totalitarianism." Did Mussolini
create "totalitarianism" in the
purest sense of the term?
- Discuss the Lateran Accords of 1929.
What is their significance on the history of the Pope and the
Vatican?
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Opening Questions Diplomatic Disillusionment Economic Unrest Political Turmoil Birth of the Italian Communist Party Mussolini as the Antidote Birthday of the Fascist Party The Elections of 1921 Mussolini's Background Mussolini as a Fascist Leader March on Rome Gradual Fascism Mussolini Goofs Mussolini Closes In As Dictator Lateran Accords
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