Benito Mussolini was not the bumbling buffoon portrayed in popular culture, but the most powerful force behind the rise of European Fascism before World War Two. Using archival material kept across ...

He took part in the invasion of Sicily and mainland Italy. Whilst in Italy rumours circulated about one of Mussolini's hats having 'gone missing' during the allied advance. It was believed to have ...

See why Benito Mussolini was considered a pioneer among 20th century dictators. From undermining judges to indoctrinating children, he forged key tactics for seizing power. He also created fascism ...