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Formation of an independent Italy
I chose this photo as it represents the before and after the formation of an independent Italy. These maps demonstrate the differences between Italy before and after unification visually to explain the term. -
Papal States taken over by new nation of Italy
These maps demonstrate the annexation of the Papal States to Italy in comparison to the previous layout of the region. -
Failure of First Italo-Ethiopian War with the Battle of Adowa (Adwa)
This drawing of the Battle of Adowa shows how the Italians were outnumbered and how the defeat was bloody due to the red accents in the crowds. -
Italy invades and takes over Libya
I chose this photo because it shows the heavily armed Italian troops determined to take over Libya in a real photograph. -
Mussolini begins work as editor for the Socialist Party newspaper Avanti
I chose this photo because it is an excerpt from the Socialist Party newspaper, Avanti. This was the paper Mussolini was editor for, so I wanted to depict his work. -
Mussolini kicked out of Socialist Party for pro-nationalistic sentiments regarding WWI
I chose this photo because it has a newspaper clipping and an explanation of Mussolini's extermination from the Socialist Party, since he supported World War One. -
Treaty of London
I chose this photo because it is an image of the Treaty of London and the signatures demonstrate the alliance between Italy and the Allies. -
Fascio di Combattimento formed in Milan
This photo is the symbol of the Fascio di Combattimento that was formed in Milan, so I chose it to represent the beginning of this ultranationalist organization. -
Beginning of Biennio Rosso
This photo represents a mass social demonstration, which was a major portion of the beginning of Biennio Rosso, as the two-year period was full of unrest. -
D’Annunzio takes Fiume
I chose this photo as it shows the claiming of the port of Fiume on the Adriatic for Italy by D'Annunzio. This photo has kinesthetic imagery as it displays the capture in motion. -
Mussolini forms alliance with Giolitti
This image illuminates how together, Mussolini and Giolitti can combine their power to control a group of soldiers. Their alliance created a relationship in which the two could work together. -
Mussolini forms the PNF (Fascist Party) and is elected its leader
This image is of the PNF's logo, using the bundle, the symbol of the fascist regime. This flag illustrates how the PNF, under Mussolini's control had a strong focus on the pride and desires of fascism, as well as Italy. -
March on Rome and Mussolini becomes Prime Minister
This photo demonstrates the March on Rome. The photo depicts the infamous Black Shirts marching in a large crowd, holding flags and weaponry, displaying the violence that was enacted. -
Acerbo Law Passed
The image depicts the number of seats that were given to each political party during the Italy 1924 election. This displays how the National List, the fascist party led by Mussolini, received an overwhelming majority of the seats within the parliament, following the implementation of the Acerbo Law.. -
Corfu Incident
This photo illustrates where in relation the island of Corfu is to Italy and Greece. The proximation of the two displays how Italy was able to demand reparations from Greece with the threat of invasion. -
Aventine Secession
This photo displays people carrying Matteotti's coffin, displaying grief. This led to the Aventine Secession as people who were impacted by the death protested Mussolini. -
Matteotti Crisis
The political cartoon illustrates Mussolini sitting on top of a coffin for Matteotti, displaying how Mussolini was the cause of his death and trying to not take the blame. -
Battle for Grain
The photo displays the advertising and campaigning for the promotion of the growing of wheat within Italy as a response to a low crop season and increasing poverty. -
Locarno Treaty signed
The image displays various representatives from multiple countries, peacefully negotiating the mutual agreements to protect various groups following World War I. -
Battle for Land
The photo pictures people cleaning out areas of land with marshes and other unfarmable land, in order to create more farmland. -
Battle for the Lira
The photo displays a photo of the Italian Lira, the former currency in Italy, which suffered from a lack of value during the Depression. -
Battle for Births
The photo illustrates a group of children, as during the Battle of Briths, there was a promotion of childbearing. -
Kellog-Briand Treaty
The photo shows the large group of men gathered to negotiate and sign the Kellogg-Briand treaty, showing widespread support of eliminating war. -
Lateran Treaty with Pope
The map shows the outcome of the Lateran treaty; papal sovereignty over the Vatican City and the recognition of the state of Italy. -
Abyssinian Crisis
The photo shows Italy's other territories in Africa and their proximity to Abyssinia, explaining why Italy wanted to invade Abyssinia and extend their imperialistic aims. -
Stresa Front
The photo shows the leaders of the countries involved in the coalition; France, Britain, and Italy. -
Rome-Berlin Axis Treaty
The photo shows Mussolini and Hitler side by side because the Rome-Berlin axis formed the coalition between Italy and Germany that would later produce the Pact of Steel in 1939. -
Italian Involvement in the Spanish Civil War
The photo shows Italian soldiers who were involved in the Spanish Civil War, showing Mussolini's involvement in the war despite a non-intervention agreement. -
Munich Conference
The photo shows Mussolini signing the Munich agreement because this agreement was negotiated and signed at the Munich Conference. -
Italy Invades Albania
The map shows Italy and Albania's proximity to one another, which helps explain the reasoning behind Mussolini's decision to invade. -
Italy Enters WWII On the Side of Germany
The photo shows some headlines following Mussolini's decision to enter WWI on Germany's side, showing the public opinion around this choice. -
Mussolini Brought Down by a Coup
The photo shows Mussolini being arrested because his arrest was when he really lost power and was removed from government. -
Mussolini Killed
The photo shows Mussolini's body being displayed for the Italian public, demonstrating the public manner in which he was executed.