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Fascists Collection (#4)

"Fascists: A Dark Chapter in History" In the black and white photograph, we witness the historic Battle of Cable Street on 4 October 1936

Background imageFascists Collection: Exultant multitudes around the Warlord (colour litho)

Exultant multitudes around the Warlord (colour litho)
2778509 Exultant multitudes around the Warlord (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exultant multitudes around the Leader)

Background imageFascists Collection: The return to the homeland of the glorious Black Shirts of the Mountain Group (colour litho)

The return to the homeland of the glorious Black Shirts of the Mountain Group (colour litho)
2778503 The return to the homeland of the glorious Black Shirts of the Mountain Group (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFascists Collection: The enthusiastic demonstrations by Italians residing in Egypt as they pass through the Suez

The enthusiastic demonstrations by Italians residing in Egypt as they pass through the Suez Canal... (colour litho)
2778393 The enthusiastic demonstrations by Italians residing in Egypt as they pass through the Suez Canal... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageFascists Collection: In all the cities of Italy, the return of the troops from the maneuvers has given rise to

In all the cities of Italy, the return of the troops from the maneuvers has given rise to demonstrations
2778390 In all the cities of Italy, the return of the troops from the maneuvers has given rise to demonstrations... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageFascists Collection: The great maneuvers (colour litho)

The great maneuvers (colour litho)
2778388 The great maneuvers (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The big maneuvers. The Brenner Division machine gunners parade in front of the Duce)

Background imageFascists Collection: The Speech to the Infantrymen of the Sabauda, in Cagliari (Colour Litho)

The Speech to the Infantrymen of the Sabauda, in Cagliari (Colour Litho)
2778366 The Speech to the Infantrymen of the Sabauda, in Cagliari (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Address to the Infantrymen of the Savoy)

Background imageFascists Collection: The Duce vibrates the first strike of a pickaxe to clear the area destined for the Mole Littoria

The Duce vibrates the first strike of a pickaxe to clear the area destined for the Mole Littoria that... (colour litho)
2778334 The Duce vibrates the first strike of a pickaxe to clear the area destined for the Mole Littoria that... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageFascists Collection: On the anniversary of the birthday of Vittorio Emanuele III, the Duce reviewed the Armed Forces of

On the anniversary of the birthday of Vittorio Emanuele III, the Duce reviewed the Armed Forces of Rome (colour litho)
2778307 On the anniversary of the birthday of Vittorio Emanuele III, the Duce reviewed the Armed Forces of Rome (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageFascists Collection: The Characteristic Entrance to the VI Campo Dux, in Rome (colour litho)

The Characteristic Entrance to the VI Campo Dux, in Rome (colour litho)
2778288 The Characteristic Entrance to the VI Campo Dux, in Rome (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Characteristic Entrance To The VI Campo Dux)

Background imageFascists Collection: Thirty thousand boots triumphantly parade through the streets of Rome

Thirty thousand boots triumphantly parade through the streets of Rome, praising the Duce and bringing their
2778250 Thirty thousand boots triumphantly parade through the streets of Rome, praising the Duce and bringing their... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageFascists Collection: Roman Africa (colour litho)

Roman Africa (colour litho)
2778240 Roman Africa (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Africa. The eighth Tripoli Trade Fair, inaugurated by Marshal Balbo and Undersecretary Hon)

Background imageFascists Collection: Masses of young black shirts flock, in Rome, to the Campo Dux

Masses of young black shirts flock, in Rome, to the Campo Dux, which gathers fifty thousand avant-garde (colour litho)
2778187 Masses of young black shirts flock, in Rome, to the Campo Dux, which gathers fifty thousand avant-garde (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageFascists Collection: Say hello to Littorias first grain! the Duce shouted to those who accompanied her, days are

Say hello to Littorias first grain! the Duce shouted to those who accompanied her, days are... (colour litho)
2778179 Say hello to Littorias first grain! the Duce shouted to those who accompanied her, days are... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageFascists Collection: The great Atlantic Cruise (colour litho)

The great Atlantic Cruise (colour litho)
2778163 The great Atlantic Cruise (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The great Atlantic Cruise)

Background imageFascists Collection: Among the great public works wanted by the Duce and the Genoa-Milan-Turin campaign (colour litho)

Among the great public works wanted by the Duce and the Genoa-Milan-Turin campaign (colour litho)
2778135 Among the great public works wanted by the Duce and the Genoa-Milan-Turin campaign (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFascists Collection: The solemn inauguration, present by the Duce, of the new judicial year at the Court of Cassation

The solemn inauguration, present by the Duce, of the new judicial year at the Court of Cassation
2778121 The solemn inauguration, present by the Duce, of the new judicial year at the Court of Cassation, in Rome (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageFascists Collection: A unique ceremony took place in Lucca for the visit of Benito Mussolini (colour litho)

A unique ceremony took place in Lucca for the visit of Benito Mussolini (colour litho)
2777949 A unique ceremony took place in Lucca for the visit of Benito Mussolini (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFascists Collection: The Fasces, an axe tied to a bundle of sticks, the symbol of Ancient Roman magistrates

The Fasces, an axe tied to a bundle of sticks, the symbol of Ancient Roman magistrates, which was adopted as their emblem by the Italian Fascists in the 20th century

Background imageFascists Collection: Genearl Franco and other heroes of the Spanish Civil War

Genearl Franco and other heroes of the Spanish Civil War
Genearl Franco and other heroes of the fascist uprising in Spain. 1936. " Glorious heroes of the great crusade saving Spain" 1936




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"Fascists: A Dark Chapter in History" In the black and white photograph, we witness the historic Battle of Cable Street on 4 October 1936. The Cable Street demonstration stands as a symbol of resistance against fascism, where brave individuals united to confront its menacing presence. Metropolitan Police officers are captured in another image, their faces etched with determination during the Battle of Cable Street. They stood at the crossroads between upholding law and order while facing an ideology that threatened humanity's very essence. A chilling scene unfolds before us as Blackshirts and a band gather at Bognor. This snapshot serves as a stark reminder of how propaganda can manipulate minds, enticing young people into embracing fascist ideals. The vibrant lithograph showcases young people from fascist Italy, their enthusiasm for Mussolini's regime evident, and is a haunting portrayal of how easily impressionable minds can be swayed by charismatic leaders who exploit nationalistic sentiments. George Whitelaw's artistic interpretation presents Oswald Mosley as a giraffe—a powerful metaphor highlighting his towering ego and outlandish beliefs. It reminds us that even those who appear absurd should not be dismissed lightly when they possess dangerous ideologies. Wrapped in blankets on the quayside, Unity Mitford arrives from Germany—an emblematic figure whose infatuation with Hitler led her down a treacherous path. Her story serves as a cautionary tale about the allure of extremist ideologies and their potential consequences. Mussolini himself takes center stage in another lithograph—shirtless under the sun while threshing wheat in Agro Pontino after centuries had passed since such labor was last seen there. This image seeks to glorify his leadership but also reveals his desire for personal grandeur above all else. Sir Oswald Mosley gazes back at us through time—a portrait painted in oil on canvas capturing him during 1925. Little did anyone know then how far he would go to spread his fascist ideology, leaving a lasting mark on history.