mussolini consolidation of power Flashcards

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Speech to Chamber of …..

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Deputies - November 1922

Won a vote of 306 to 116 to grant Mussolini emergency powers for a year

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Fascist Grand Council - created in …

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December 1922.
22 members nominated by Mussolini
Discuss and approve gvt policy

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3
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Merging of squads and ….

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militia - Jan 1923
Formed Voluntary Fascist Militia for National Security
Took oath to Mussolini (not king)

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4
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Acerbo Law 19__

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1912
Changed electoral system (retained PR)
Any part gaining 25% granted 2/3 of seats

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5
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Merger of Fascist and Nationalist Parties - …..

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Feb 1923, ensured fascist victory

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April 1924 elections

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Intimidation and violence used
1 socialist candidate killed
Evidence of rigging and corruption
Militia present at voting booths

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