Summary:
Fascism as a viable form of government took hold in Italy in 1919-1922. The promise of a strong and regimented government based on nationalism was very attractive in post-World War I Europe. These reasons and others explained fascism's success, but several weaknesses, including rigged elections, and economic problems eventual undid this success.
Explaining Fascist Success 1919-1922
The Appeal of Fascism
Many Italians regarded the existing system as weak and corrupt:
ØFascism promised strong and regimented government.
Fascist violence:
ØWas directed against the left-wing.
ØShowed that Fascism was strong and ruthless.
Nationalism had a wide appeal:
ØFascism promised to make Italy strong - regain the former Glory of Rome, as per se.
Fascist ideology was vague, promising something for everyone:
ØIt appeared to offer an end to class divisions.
ØSome people liked its anti-socialism stance.
ØSome people liked its revolutionary syndicalism.
Fascism seemed new and exciting:
ØYoung people were lured by the emphasis on action and charge.
ØDiscontented groups hoped that Fascism would smash the old system.
Fascist propaganda was impressive:
ØUniforms, parades and marches all suggested that Fascism was a dynamic movement.
Synopsis:
vFascism, for many, provided an escape from the corrupt and dismembered political system that ensued in post-war Italy. The growing threat of socialism alarmed.....
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