
This work presents a collection of speeches delivered by the Italian leader to the Senate on matters of foreign policy. The text focuses on several key issues: the Ruhr region in Germany, which was occupied by British and French forces after World War I; Fiume, a city in modern-day Croatia that was claimed by Italy; Zara, a port city in Dalmatia, also claimed by Italy; and Dalmatia itself, a region along the Adriatic coast of Yugoslavia. The speeches demonstrate Mussolini's aggressive expansionist policies and his desire to assert Italian dominance over these territories. He argues that Italy has been unfairly denied its rightful place among the great powers and that it is necessary for the country to take action to secure its interests. Throughout the text, Mussolini employs a mix of nationalist rhetoric and diplomatic language to make his case for Italian expansion. He emphasizes the need for Italy to assert its sovereignty over these territories and to protect its economic and strategic interests. The speeches also reveal Mussolini's skill as an orator and his ability to use language to shape public opinion and influence policy.
By Benito Mussolini · First published 1923 · Genre: Political Speech, Historical Analysis, Diplomatic Discourse · 2,140 words
Sitting of the Senate, 16th February 1923.
The Prime Minister. Honourable Senators,-After having written the prefaces and the introductions to the Bills, and after the speech made in the other branch of Parliament, I do not think that there remains much to say.
Questions of Foreign Policy before the Senate. the Ruhr; Fiume; Zara and Dalmatia is listed on Textopian as an article by Benito Mussolini, dated 1923 CE.
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Italian Politics · Foreign Policy · International Relations · Diplomacy · European History · Mediterranean Region · Geopolitics · Nationalism · Imperialism · Colonialism · War and Peace · Conflict Resolution