Ratification of the Washington Treaty of Naval D

Name: Ratification of the Washington Treaty of Naval Disarmament
Author: Benito Mussolini

The treaty was signed in 1922 but never ratified due to opposition from the Italian Navy and the Fascist Party's desire for naval expansion. Mussolini's government eventually withdrew its support for the treaty, citing concerns about national security and the need for a strong navy. The treaty's failure marked a significant setback for disarmament efforts in the interwar period.

By Benito Mussolini · First published 1922 · Genre: Political Speech, Historical Document, Diplomatic Discourse · 388 words

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Chamber of Deputies. Sitting of 6th February 1923.

The Prime Minister. Honourable Members,-I do not think that it is worth while losing time in a general discussion upon the qualities of men, good and bad, and upon the question as to whether the war of 1914 will be the last or the one before the last. That would be perfectly idle and would only lead to academic discussions.

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Work type: Article
Author: Benito Mussolini
Date: 1922 CE
Language: English
Genres: Political Speech, Historical Document, Diplomatic Discourse, Non-fiction, Rhetoric
Length: 388 words
Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Political Speech — The work is a formal address discussing the ratification of a treaty, focusing on political implications and foreign policy.
Historical Document — It provides insights into the historical context of international relations and disarmament following World War I.
Diplomatic Discourse — The text addresses diplomatic negotiations and the importance of treaties in international law.
Non-fiction — The work presents factual information and arguments rather than fictional narratives.