1. Italy and Fascism

2. Setting 1920’s: Italy upset about land gained from Treaty of Versailles Chaos in government, corrupt politicians People are losing faith in the government (a constitutional monarchy) King Victor Emanuel III

3. Mussolini: “Believe, Obey, Fight” Revive Roman greatness: symbols, power Black shirts= roving thugs, enforcers Great speaker Nicknamed “Il Duce” (The Leader) Economic power held by state through representatives, still capitalist though

5. Young Black Shirts

6. Fascism Totalitarian gov’t, non-communist Extreme nationalism, state’s needs above individual’s Individuals give up freedoms to the state Emphasized discipline, loyalty (to the state in particular) Young are educated to obey Women have a lesser role, baby producers Social Darwinism on a national level, leads to racism Hate communism Promised a strong, stable gov’t, national pride, power and confidence, fixed things Radical change from what seemed to not be working

7. Characteristics of a Totalitarian State 1. Single party 2. State controlled economy 3. Police spies and state terror 4. Censorship 5. Schools and media teach young 6. Obedience to ruler