Benito Mussolini

Benito Amilcare Andrea Mussolini (Italian pronunciation: [beˈniːto musːoˈliːni]; 29 July 1883 – 28 April 1945) was an Italian politician who led the National Fascist Party, ruling the country from 1922 to his ousting in 1943, and is credited with being one of the key figures in the creation of fascism. Originally a member of the Italian Socialist Party and editor of the Avanti! from 1912 to 1914, Mussolini fought in World War I as an ardent natio... More

Date of birth:

  • Jul 29, 1883

Date of death:

  • Apr 28, 1945 (age 61 years)

Country of nationality:

Also known as:

  • Benito Amilcare Andrea Mussolini,
  • Mussolini
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Politician

Government Positions Held:

Office, position, or title Jurisdiction of office From To
  • 1924
  • 1943
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KWType:

  • Person

Assessment:

  • Brought about the downfall of Italy and himself by allying with Hitler and entering the Second World War

Category:

  • politics and government

Disciplines:

  • political leader

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Nickname:

  • Iron Prefect
  • ll Duce
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