Chapter
The Evolution of Mussolini's Ideology
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The transition of Mussolini from socialist to fascist was not a straightforward process and occurred as he became a pro-war activist in World War I. Mussolini believed that war would lead to revolution and demanded war against Italy's allies, Germany and Austria-Hungary, to eliminate bulwarks against European revolution.
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Mussolini's evolution from socialist to fascist wasn't a smooth process and it took place during the period leading up to Italy's involvement in World War I.
24:15 - 27:12 (02:56)
Mussolini, fascism, socialism, World War I
Summary
Mussolini's evolution from socialist to fascist wasn't a smooth process and it took place during the period leading up to Italy's involvement in World War I. He believed that war would bring about revolution, leading to his demands for Italy to join the side of the allies.