The impact of the First World War on Italy? Flashcards

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Why did Salandra encourage the idea of Italy joining the war?

A

If Germany and Austro-Hungary had won the war, they would not be sympathetic to an ally who failed to come to their side at a critical time

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The alternative side was…

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If Britain and France were victorious and Italy had not assisted them in their efforts, they would not be open to discussing Italy’s ambitions in the Mediterranean

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Why was the war an advantage for Salandra?

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He believed the unique situation the war provided would enable him to introduce more repressive legislation - offer an authoritarian solution

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Why did the War cause division?

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PSI and the Catholics were against intervention - including the Pope, despite the Entente providing the best deal

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What is evidence of division over Italy’s decision whether to join the war?

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Massive crowds of supporters held rallies where those backing neutrality were declared traitors

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6
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What was the result on May 1915?

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Italy declared war on Austria

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How did Salandra proclaim Italy would be victorious?

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Through national unity

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Did the majority of Italians support intervention?

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NO! - led to troubling divisions

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