The Collapse Of Liberal Italy And Mussolinis Rise To Power, 1915-1922 Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
How did WW1 affect Italy?
A
High casualties
Economic strain
Sense of betrayal over the ‘mutilated victory’
Led to unrest
2
Q
What were the political consequences of WW1 in Italy?
A
Rise of extremism
Increased strikes
Discontent among soldiers and workers
Instability of Liberal governments
3
Q
What was the significance of the Bienno Rosso (1919-1920)?
A
Widespread strikes and socialist agitation
Caused panic among elites and pushed them toward supporting Fascism
4
Q
Why was Mussolini able to rise to power in 1922?
A
Weak liberal leadership
Fear of socialism
Use of violence by Blackshirts
Elite support
March on Rome
