1. BENITO MUSSOLINI ITALY’S FASCIST DICTATOR

2. Method of Taking Power Horrible economic conditions in Italy Promised to revive the economy & build a strong army 1919: founded Fascist Party “Black Shirts” terrorize opponents 1922-marched on Rome and demanded that the king let him take over the gov’t

3. Style of Leadership Dictatorship Abolished democracy Outlawed political parties Censorship of media, including radio stations & all publications Used propaganda

4. Handling of Economic Crisis Outlawed labor strikes Allies w/ industrialists & wealthy landowners

5. Goals Revives the economy Rebuilds the army Rebuild an empire overseas “Lead Italy back to her ways of ancient greatness!” -glory of the ancient Roman Empire