Italian History Collection

Italian World War II poster. Here are the liberators. Shows the Statue of Liberty as an angel of death, with Italian cities destroyed after US bombing

The Battle of Pavia, February 24, 1525 (tapestry)
529631 The Battle of Pavia, February 24, 1525 (tapestry); (add.info.: It was the decisive engagement of the Italian War of 1521-25)

Azeglio, Massimo Taparelli, Marquis d (Turin, 1798-Turin, 1866). Italian politician and writer
Massimo Taparelli Azeglio, Marquis d (Turin, 1798-Turin, 1866). Italian politician and writer. Engraving

Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882)in Naples, Italy, 1861. Italian soldier, nationalist and politician. Three-quarters portrait standing facing front

Bas-relief depicting the Battle of Pavia (1525) by Juan de Orea. The Battle of Pavia, February 24, 1525, was the decisive engagement of the Italian War of 1521-25

Italian fascist poster celebrating the XIII Tripoli Fair. Italy colonised Libya in a period of colonial expansiion during the 1930 s

Fascist Italy during the 1920s and 1930s saw many large scale construction endeavours including highways and roads. Entrance to the Motorway Autostrada at Milan Circa 1929

Italian School book containing Fascist rules and guidelines Circa 1930

The Battle of Pavia, February 24, 1525, was the decisive engagement of the Italian War of 1521-25. A Spanish-Imperial army under the command of Charles de Lannoy attacked the French army under

The Palazzo Vecchio is the town hall of Florence, Italy. Romanesque, crenulated fortress-palace overlooking the Piazza della Signoria with its copy of Michelangelos David statue as well the gallery

Benito Mussolini, (29 July 1883 - 28 April 1945)Italian politician who led the National Fascist Party Prime Minister of Italy in 1922 and began using the title Il Duce by 1925

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Italian History: From Ancient Battles to Fascist Regime Italy's rich history is a tapestry woven with tales of triumph, struggle, and transformation. It encompasses iconic figures like Giuseppe Garibaldi, Massimo Taparelli d'Azeglio, and Benito Mussolini who left indelible marks on the nation's destiny. In the early 16th century, Italy witnessed the pivotal Battle of Pavia in 1525. A bas-relief by Juan de Orea immortalizes this clash that decided the fate of the Italian War. Centuries later, World War II engulfed Europe, leading to an Italian poster showcasing liberators and a statue symbolizing hope. Amidst these historical events emerged influential personalities such as Massimo Taparelli d'Azeglio. Born in Turin in 1798, he became both a politician and writer whose ideas shaped Italy's path towards unification. Similarly instrumental was Giuseppe Garibaldi; his unwavering commitment to nationalism propelled him into becoming an esteemed soldier and politician. The rise of fascism during the 1920s and 1930s brought about significant changes across Italy. Large-scale construction projects transformed its landscape under Mussolini's rule. This era is captured through various images depicting impressive architectural endeavors undertaken during this time. Fascism also influenced education with textbooks containing rules aligned with fascist ideology being used in schools circa 1930. These books served as tools for indoctrination within Mussolini's regime. Benito Mussolini himself remains one of Italy's most controversial figures - a charismatic leader who led the National Fascist Party from 1922 until his downfall in 1943. His political career left an enduring impact on Italian society while simultaneously tarnishing its reputation worldwide. From ancient battles to modern politics, Italian history stands as a testament to resilience amidst adversity and progress amid change.