*9.+The+Growth+of+Fascism

After WWI, Italy was struggling. Financially, the population was trying to cope with the inflation (rise in the cost of goods) brought on by the war. Also, Italians were unhappy about their treatment at the end of the war, with regard to the treaty they were made to sign. Fascism emerged after the war because of these difficult conditions. It was seen by many as a way out.

Fascism is a political movement based upon a belief in racial or national superiority, a desire to make people conform to one point of view (often by force), and support of a leader (often called a dictator) rather than a democracy (where all citizens are able to make important political decisions).

The rise of Benito Mussolini in Italy in 1922 sparked a Fascist movement which spread to other countries, including Spain and Germany.

YOUR TASK: Research Benito Mussolini. Create a timeline of his achievements up until 1939. Below it, write a brief statement explaining how he influenced europe between the wars (WWI and II).