Benito Mussolini ( 1883 - 1945)
Mussolini and Hitler
Biography
Benito Amilcare Andrea Mussolini (July 29, 1883 - April 28, 1945) ruled Italy as a dictator from 1922 to 1943. He created a fascist state through the use of state terror and propaganda. Using his charisma, total control of the media and intimidation of political rivals, he disassembled the existing democratic government system. His entry into World War II on the side of Nazi Germany made Italy a target for Allied attacks and ultimately led to his downfall and death. --http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benito_Mussolini [Nov 2004]
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