From Socialist to Fascist – Benito Mussolini in World War 1

October 7, 2018 Unipro2013main Military History, WW1

</p> <h2>Benito Mussolini</h2> <p> Benito Mussolini was a well known Socialist before World War 1. But the lead up to Italy’s entry into the conflict caused a split between the Socialists and the pro-interventionist Fasci. During the war, Mussolini was sent to the Isonzo Front where he became even more popular. After being sent home, he continued his agitation with great financial support from France, Britain and Italian industrialists.</p> <p>

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