Fascist Propaganda Flashcards
What is the name given to Mussolini’s glorification through the use of Fascist propaganda?
The Cult of il Duce
What did the Cult of il Duce aim to do?
1) Create an image of Mussolini as a leader of immense ability who was leading Italy to greatness
2) Show Mussolini to be a modern, dynamic leader who was internationally respected
3) Make Mussolini appeal to all people
How many pictures of Mussolini were circulated throughout Italy
30 Million
Why could the cult of il Duce be considered significant in relation to the Fascist consolidation of power?
Created the image of Mussolini as the lone leader of the Fascist party and of Italy
While the Fascist ideology was not popular with everyone, Mussolini stood alone as a leader that Italy could believe in
What were the problems with the cult of il Duce?
1) Mussolini became more popular than the PNF and Fascist ideology
2) Failed to achieve major Fascist goal of creating a militaristic culture
Struggled to maintain Mussolini’s image as a dynamic leader as he aged
What were some other key goals of Fascist propaganda?
1) Focus on unifying ideals so to draw all Italians together
2) Associate the Fascist regime with the rebirth of the Italian nation, e.g. creation of a new Roman empire
