A Historical Overview of the Italian Fascist Blackshirts and Their Impact
The Italian Fascist Blackshirts, or “Squadristi,” played a pivotal role in consolidating Mussolini’s regime through their militant activities and ideological influence. They serve as a significant chapter in the history of fascist paramilitaries and political violence. Understanding their origins, organization, and impact reveals much about the mechanisms of fascist authoritarianism and the social dynamics that…