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Emergence: Methods used to achieve Mussolini's power Notes
The squadristi used violence to silence opposition and project strength, helping Fascism appear as the only force capable of restoring order.
Use of Violence and the Squadristi
Mussolini relied heavily on the squadristi, paramilitary groups that attacked socialists, trade unionists, and political opponents.
These squads used intimidation, arson, and beatings to destabilise opposition and demonstrate the state’s weakness.
Violence helped Mussolini present Fascism as the only force capable of restoring law and order, winning support from conservatives and elites.
The failure of the liberal government to stop squadristi attacks made Fascist violence seem unofficially tolerated and even patriotic.
In 1921, Fascist violence increased during election campaigns, contributing to Mussolini’s growing national profile and electoral gains.
Violence was framed as necessary for defending Italy from the threat of Bolshevism, which helped justify brutal tactics.
Opportunism and Political Alliances
Mussolini was a skilled political opportunist who adapted his message to appeal to different audiences, including radicals, nationalists, and conservatives.
In 1921, he struck an electoral deal with Giolitti, entering the 1921 elections as part of a broad anti-socialist bloc.
Once elected, Mussolini distanced himself from Giolitti and positioned Fascism as a rising independent force.
He presented himself as a moderate who could be controlled, which reassured many in the ruling elite.
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The rise of Mussolini and the Fascist movement in Italy was marked by the strategic use of violence through the Squadristi. These were paramilitary groups that played a crucial role in Mussolini's ascent to power.
The Squadristi were organized groups of Fascist thugs who used violence to intimidate and eliminate political opponents.
Their primary targets were socialists, trade unionists, and anyone opposing Fascist ideology.
The government often turned a blind eye to their actions, allowing them to operate with impunity.
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Think of the Squadristi as a political street gang, using fear and violence to control neighborhoods and eliminate rivals, while the police conveniently look the other way.
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In 1921, during the election campaigns, Squadristi violence escalated significantly, with numerous attacks on socialist offices and trade union headquarters.
