What were the contributions of Benito Mussolini to Italy?
"Among the domestic achievements of Mussolini from the years 1924–1939 were: his public works programmes such as the taming of the Pontine Marshes, the improvement of job opportunities, and public transport. Mussolini also solved the Roman Question by concluding the Lateran Treaty between the Kingdom of Italy and the Holy See. He is also credited with securing economic success in Italy's colonies and commercial dependencies."
When did the allies last bomb Italy?
During WW2 there was a campaign called the Italian Campaign where Allied forces made movements in and around italy. This took place from 10th July 1943 to 2nd May 1945. So it lasted for 1 year, 10 months and 22 days
Who occupy Italy after the fall of the Western Roman Empire?
The Arabs occupied Egypt after the Romans.
What was the importance of the spanish civil war to Germany and Italy?
In terms of World War II, the Spanish Civil War was important as a training ground for troops from countries that would soon be fighting each other in the coming war, especially Germany and Italy, on the one hand, and, on the other, the Soviet Union. It was also important in determining which side of the coming war might receive support from Spain. As it turned out, the Nationalist government that won the Civil War provided only minimal support to the Axis Powers.
Yes, Italy is bigger than Cuba. You can also find the answer on Google maps!
Who could be a citizen in ancient rome?
An ancient Roman who had citizen parents was automatically a citizen. Someone could also be appointed a citizen, or an entire town, area or province could be appointed citizens. The children of freed slaves were also citizens.
How did geography help the Romans conquer Italy?
The Alps in northern Italy protected the land from invasion, while the seas on three sides allowed for easy travel and trade.
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The Alps were of limited use. The Cimbri already attacked northern Italy by crossing the Alps in 105 BC. The Alemanni carried out a series of raids in the same area by crossing the Alps in the 2nd century. Visigoths and then Orstogoths crossed the eastern part which is not as high as the northern and western parts. The Lombards invaded by crossing the Alps. Many Holy Roman Emperors crossed the Alps with their army.
Italy lies in between the eastern and western basins of the Mediterranean, giving it a good strategic position in a crossroad area. Sicily is very close to Tunisia (which is were Carthage was. Apulia is very close to Greece. The Adriatic sea is narrow, so Illyricum was not far.
Rome's location, being loosely in the center of the Mediterranean area, gave it the ability to expand in all four directions, which it did. They could carry out both trade and troop movements by land and by sea. The city of Rome itself was protected from land attacks by its hills and by sea attacks by the fact that it was 15 miles inland-- close enough to use the sea, but far enough away to be safe from sea or pirate raids.
Where did Italy fight during World War 2?
Italy was involved in almost every single attack that Germany made. Before the WWII they attacked Albania and Ethiopia. In 1940 they attacked Greece.
Italy fought in Northern Africa, as well as the Balkans, such as Albania, Greece, etc.
When did Italians come to Cairns Australia?
Italians have been coming to Australia since before WW2 but started to arrive here in large numbers after WW2 as a result of the refugee situation there and the need in Australia for migrants to work on the new infrastructure and industrial project that were developing.
To answer the question, the first Italians arrived in the Cairns district in 1891. 45 Italian workers arrived in Townsville, north Queensland and walked to Cairns in search of work. Many of them were taken on by agricultural scientists Dr Thomatis, who leased 1000 acres in the Freshwater-Barron area, now called Caravonica.
What did ancient people of Italy call themselves?
Early people in Rome were known as "Earomians". They were a primitive group of people commonly associated with "cavemen", however their characteristics were much different. They resembled spheres atop legs with faces and arms. Bones of these "Earomians" have been found in many places all over the planet, proving that the Roman Empire conquered more than we have commonly believed.
Umberto I from 1878 till 1900; Victor Emmanual III from 1900-1946
Who was the dictator of Italy before and during World War 2?
It was King Victor Emanuel III The Etruscans
Why did Italy invade abyssinia?
Hitler wanted to take over more countries for living space and the power. He also tried to conquer many other countries.
For more information check this out: http://www.sahistory.org.za/pages/chronology/thisday/1935-10-03.htm
The bloody battle site in Italy?
During January-February 1944, the battles at Anzio and Monte Cassino were some of the bloodiest of the entire Italian Campaign. The Allies were fighting to break through the lines at Monte Cassino, the town of Cassino and into the Liri Valley. At the same time, the Allies had landed on the beaches of Anzio further to the north. The Germans were applying pressure to push the Allies back into the sea. An example of the fighting at Anzio, the 2nd Ranger battalion launched a night attack with 768 men and only 6 returned. Also, on 22 January, the Allies launched their first operation to break the German line at Cassino. The attacks by the Americans and the British were not coordinated. The 36th "Texas" Infantry Division was assigned to cross the Rappido River and attack into the flat Liri Valley. This front was heavily mined and covered by German armor and artillery. Their attack was repulsed with heavy losses for the 36th Division. There were other battles that saw heavy combat but the amount of troops involved were not as numerous, so the loses were not as high. This includes: Battle of Monte Battiglia(or Battle Mountain) in Sept 1944 Battle of Ortona by Canadian Division - Dec 1943
Trajan is famous for several reasons. First among them, he was emperor when the Roman Empire experienced it's greatest expansion. During his reign, the Roman Empire was at it's largest in terms of territory. He also oversaw the creation of many buildings for the public use, as well as starting many social programs for his people.
When did Italy join the Axis powers?
Originally hoping to have their chance at the spoils of war, Italy agreed to fight on the side of the Axis forces and moved into North Africa. Allied powers entered North Africa in August of 1942 and reached Sicily by August 1943. The following month, Italian Leaders surrenders to the Allied forces. October 13, 1943. After strategic and military conditions deteriorated, Italy, along with several other nations, changed sides and declared war on the Axis Powers.
What was Italy's government like before World War 2?
No it was a kingdom that Mussolini turned into a totalitarian dictatorship.
The city of Rome is Roma, Italy. It is the capital of the region of Lazio (Latium) and also capital of the country Italy (Italia) which is located in Europe.