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Mussolini’s Italy: A Unique Blend of Nationalism, Corporatism and Authoritarianism

Benito Mussolini, known as “Il Duce,” rose to power in Italy in 1922 and established the fascist regime that would rule the country until 1943. Mussolini’s Italy was a unique blend of nationalism, corporatism, and authoritarianism, and it became one of the most important players on the world stage in the years leading up to […]

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The Fiat War Machine: How Fiat’s Production Helped Shape Fascist Italy and WWII

Introduction Despite being known primarily for its automobiles today, Fiat played a significant role in the Italian war effort during World War II, providing the military with a range of vehicles, aircraft, and even weapons. Fiat, or Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino, is known worldwide as a major car manufacturer. However, during World War II, Fiat […]