7. Socialism Flashcards
What were socialists at the time inspired by?
Soviet revolution in Russia, believing it would be a good replacement for the liberal government
Name examples of socialist movement
- speeches
- strikes
- red flags over buildings
Was socialism a threat?
Giolittis attempt at a coalition with Turati is an example of how socialism can be seen as an increasing threat to
How many member were there in 1920
200,000
Name a socialist newspaper available at this time
Avanti
How many people read Avanti
300,000
Outline the 1919 elections in regards to socialists
PSI gained 156
How were the socialists split internally?
- disagreed on revolutionary and reforming approaches
- extreme wings could not cooperate
- due to their lack of unity they did not secure a government
- meaning the liberals came back to power
When was Mussolini expelled from the socialist party?
1914
How many seats did PSI win in the 1920?
25% in the north
When was there a socialist strike against faddists?
1922 (failed)
Outline the impacts of socialism
- helped increase fascist popularity
- 1919 violent clashes, killing 3000 in three years
What did Mack Smith say about socialism?
“Violent language with uncertainty”
“Lost cohesion due to no driving force”
What was Bueno Rosso
Two year period between 1919-20 where there was an increase in social activity and unrest
What had an effect on the socialists reputation
Red week
