Mussolini Timeline

Formation of an independent Italy

1861

The formation of the modern Italian state began in 1861 with the unification of most of the peninsula under the House of Savoy (Piedmont-Sardinia) into the Kingdom of Italy. This picture is significant as it demonstrated the unified peninsula.

Papal States taken over by new nation of Italy

1870

The papal states were annexed by the kingdom of italy in 1870, ending the temporal power of the papacy. Rome became the capital of the new nation of italy. This picture is significant as it demonstrates the before and after of the new nation of italy taking over.

Failure of First Italo-Ethiopian War with the Battle of Adowa (Adwa)

Mar 1, 1896

Occurred in 1985, with italy invading ethiopia to expand its colonial holdings in africa. This picture Is significant as it demonstrates how Italy suffered a decisive defeat at the battle of adwa on marhc 1st which marked a significant victory and a humiliating defeat for italy

Italy invades and takes over Libya

Oct 4, 1911

In 1911, Italy invaded and subsequently took over Libya, which was at the time a part of the Ottoman Empire. The Italian occupation of Libya lasted until 1943, when the territory was taken over by Allied forces during World War II. This picture is significant as it provides a primary snapshot of the italian victory of that time.

Mussolini begins work as editor for the Socialist Party newspaper Avanti

Mar 3, 1912

In 1912, Benito Mussolini began working as the editor of Avanti!, the official newspaper of the Italian Socialist Party. The image selected is significant as it depicts mussolinis work.

Mussolini kicked out of Socialist Party for pro-nationalistic sentiments regarding WW I

Dec 5, 1914

In 1914, Benito Mussolini was expelled from the Italian Socialist Party due to his support for Italy's entry into World War I, which was opposed by the socialist movement. The image selected depicts a newspaper published stating him being kicked out.

Treaty of London

Apr 26, 1915

The Treaty of London was signed on April 26, 1915, between Italy and the Triple Entente (Britain, France, and Russia) during World War I. The treaty promised Italy significant territorial gains in exchange for joining the war on the side of the Allies. The image selected is significant as it demonstrates the outcome of the treaty.

Beginning of Biennio Rosso

1919

The Biennio Rosso, or "Red Biennium," was a two-year period of intense social and political unrest in Italy that began in 1919.The image selected is signifcant as It was characterized by widespread strikes, factory occupations, and the emergence of socialist and anarchist movements.

Fascio di Combattimento formed in Milan

Mar 23, 1919

The Fasci di Combattimento, or "League of Combat," was formed in Milan, Italy, in March 1919. It was a nationalist and anti-socialist political movement that would later become the National Fascist Party under the leadership of Benito Mussolini. The image is significant as it demonstrates the symbol of the organization.

D’Annunzio takes Fiume

Sep 12, 1919

Gabriele D'Annunzio led the occupation of the city of Fiume in 1919, declaring it an independent city-state. The image is significant as He ruled over Fiume for more than a year before being forced to leave by Italian forces.

Mussolini forms alliance with Giolitti

1921

Pictured is Giolitti in which Mussolini formed an alliance with. It occurred in result of Mussolini privately reassuring Giolitti that the fascist revolution was not to be taken seriously. They formed the anti-socialist National Bloc for the upcoming May elections.
Mussolini continued violence as about 100 socialists were killed during the election campaign

Mussolini forms the PNF (Fascist Party) and is elected its leader

1921

First Mussolini angered the ras by signing the Pact of Pacification and followed that by resigning from the Fascist Central Committee in attempt to outmanoeuvre the ras. Then Mussolini suggested that the members of the Fasci di Combattimento reform the organization in the Partito Nazionale Fascista (PNF). Then he persuaded the Fascist National Congress to elect him as leader. He would end the truce with the socialists and order all branches to organize action squads.

12. Mussolini forms the PNF (Fascist Party) and is elected its leader

Nov 9, 1921

This was the symbol for mussolini's new party

march on rome

1922

This picture is significant because it shows the black coats marching up to the capital.

Acerbo Law

1923

This image is significant because it is a picture of Giacomo Acerbo who created this law

corfu incident

1923

This image is significant because it shows the small size of the island and shows how a small island cause a sizable event.

Matteotti Crisis

1924

This image is significant because it shows the man the was ' accidently killed' by thugs that Mussolini most likely ordered to kill him.

Aventine Secession

Jun 26, 1924

this image is significant because it shows Socialist legislators Enrico Gonzales, Filippo Turati, and Claudio Treveson on their way to Quartarella to identify Matteotti's body.

signing of locarno treaty

Dec 1, 1925

this image is significant because it shows the mass amount of people included in this important event

battle for grain

Dec 2, 1925

This image is significant because it shows the propaganda used to make the people agree with the government's plans.

battle for the lura

Dec 3, 1925

This image is significant because it shows how the different currencies were valued around the world.

battle for births

1927

This image is significant because it shows how families only wanted to have 5 kids because then they didn't want to pay taxes.

Kellog-Briand Treaty Signed

Aug 27, 1928

This image is significant as it shows the different individuals involved in the treaty, how the treaty was signed, and where it was signed.

lateran Treaty with the pope

Feb 11, 1929

This image is significant because it shows the pope and mussolini signing the traty together both as the ruler of many people.

Lateran Treaty with Pope

Feb 19, 1929

This image is significant because it shows the new catholic state after the treaty was signed.

Stresa Front

1935

This image is signficant as it explains the Stresa Front in a cartoonish way.

Abyssinian Crisis

1936

This image is significant because it shows the movement Italy took to annex Abyssinia

Italian Involvement in Spanish War

1936

This image is significant because it shows how Italy overshadowed and took part in a war that didn't originally involve them.

Rome-Berlin Axis Treaty Signed

Oct 25, 1936

This image is significant because it shows the new friendship and allyship between Italy and Germany.

Munich Conference

Sep 29, 1938

This photo is significant because it shows the different country leaders involved in the Munich Conference

Italy Invades Albania

Apr 7, 1939

This photo is significiant because it shows the route of attack Italy had on Albania

Italy Joins WW2

Jun 10, 1940

This image is significant because it shows how Italy follows behind in Germany's spotlight during WW2

Mussolini Brought Down by Coup

Jul 25, 1943

This image best represents Mussolini brought down by a coup because it shows the publics reaction at the time.

Mussolini Killed

Apr 28, 1945

This photo best represents Mussolini killing because it shows the public opinion of him after he died and how that impacted his death.