Benito Mussolini Facts And Information On His Power And Influence

By Carly Allen

Benito Mussolini was a leader of the National Fascist Party and an Italian politician. He was one of the main people behind the creation of fascism during the'30s and'40s. He was born in the town of Dovia de Predappio in Forli Province on the 29th July'83. During his reign his hometown became a popular location for his followers to visit, so much so that it was given the name "Duce's Town". There are a number of Benito Mussolini facts that can help to give a clear picture of the man.

Nearly forty years after his birth he became Italy's Prime Minister. It was at around the same time that he began referring to himself as "Il Duce" or the Duke. He also chose to bestow the title of "First Marshal of the Empire" on himself and the Italian King, Victor Emmanual, so that they could have joint control over the country's armed forces.

After a nearly twenty year term Mussolini was replaced and arrested in'43. He only spent two months in prison as German forces were sent on a rescue mission. He was then taken to the German capital for discussions with Hitler at which time it was decided to set up a temporary government, the Italian Social Republic, close to Lake Garda.

During his time in office from'22 to'43 Mussolini had some successful domestic achievements. His public works policies manage to tame the Pontine Marshes and also improved job opportunities. He is also credited with fixing the Roman Question by finalising the Lateran treaty between the Vatican and the Italian Kingdom.

Another aspect of his time in power includes the economic success that was brought to Italy's dependencies and colonies, especially in East Africa. One of Mussolini's first victories occurred early on in his career when he dispatched Italian troops to invade Corfu. Greece and the League of Nations were powerless and forced to agree with Italian terms.

It was a trait of Mussolini to take over any ministries that he believed were not being run capably. At times he took charge of the portfolios belonging to public works, defence, interior, colonies, and the foreign defence ministry.

The death of Mussolini, his mistress, and entourage came on April 27'45. They were attempting to escape Italy while wearing German Army uniforms and travelling by road to Switzerland, were they had made arrangements to fly to Spain. Their capturers were a group of Communist Partisans who then executed the full group by firing squad in a small border village.

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