Blackshirts Collection

Young people from fascist Italy (colour litho)
2783833 Young people from fascist Italy (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young people from fascist Italy)

Mussolini, shirtless under the sun, threshed the wheat of Agro Pontino after twenty centuries... (colour litho)
2783813 Mussolini, shirtless under the sun, threshed the wheat of Agro Pontino after twenty centuries... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mussolini)

One of Mussolinis Blackshirts - Italy, 1923
A very interesting and important card showing a member of the Milizia Volontaria per la Sicurezza Nazionale commonly called the Blackshirts or squadristi (singular: squadrista)

Italian heroism in Catalonia (colour litho)
2783787 Italian heroism in Catalonia (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian heroism in Catalonia)

The death of Gabriele d Annunzio (colour litho)
2783777 The death of Gabriele d Annunzio (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Gabriele d Annunzio)

Mussolini leads the March of the Blackshirts on Rome, 28th October 1922 (b / w photo)
1728971 Mussolini leads the March of the Blackshirts on Rome, 28th October 1922 (b/w photo) by Italian Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Spanish Francoist soldiers playing music, 20th November 1936 (b / w photo)
1718331 Spanish Francoist soldiers playing music, 20th November 1936 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The largest sports conference in the world (colour litho)
2809310 The largest sports conference in the world (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The largest sports conference in the world)

Leverage operations of the 1914 class have aroused scenes of lively enthusiasm throughout Italy (colour litho)
2778346 Leverage operations of the 1914 class have aroused scenes of lively enthusiasm throughout Italy (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Duce attends the naval exercises of the Year XII, a magnificent show of strength for... (colour litho)
2778280 The Duce attends the naval exercises of the Year XII, a magnificent show of strength for... (colour litho) by Beltrame

On the eve of the anniversary of the Lateran Agreements, Augusto Turati, Party Secretary... (colour litho)
2777924 On the eve of the anniversary of the Lateran Agreements, Augusto Turati, Party Secretary... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Great Gathering in the Colosseum (Colour Litho)
2777851 The Great Gathering in the Colosseum (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The great gathering in the Colosseum)

The Prime Ministers Triumphal Visit to Tripolitania (Colour Litho)
2777705 The Prime Ministers Triumphal Visit to Tripolitania (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prime Ministers triumphant visit to Tripolitania)

An impromptu audience with the Prime Minister (colour litho)
2777691 An impromptu audience with the Prime Minister (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An impromptu hearing with the Prime Minister)

"I give the floor to the pickaxe, "said the Duce, personally starting the great work... (colour litho)
2778302 " I give the floor to the pickaxe, " said the Duce, personally starting the great work.... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Plebiscite Of The Year XII - Shining Evenings in Milan, in the Gallery (Colour Litho)
2778242 The Plebiscite Of The Year XII - Shining Evenings in Milan, in the Gallery (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Italian in the Year XII (colour litho)
2778232 Italian in the Year XII (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italians of the Year XII)

In an atmosphere of enthusiasm and between two thick wings of a cheering crowd, 25, 000 young fascists
2778159 In an atmosphere of enthusiasm and between two thick wings of a cheering crowd, 25, 000 young fascists... (colour litho) by Beltrame

How did the flight of the twelve seaplanes to Brazil begin in Orbetello (colour litho)
2778011 How did the flight of the twelve seaplanes to Brazil begin in Orbetello (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The triumphant return to the homeland of the Legions returning from Spain (colour litho)
2783844 The triumphant return to the homeland of the Legions returning from Spain (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A historic act, the Italian-English agreement (colour litho)
2783791 A historic act, the Italian-English agreement (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An historic act, the Italian-English agreement)

Viceroy Graziani is traveling through the territory of the Empire, visiting populations, places... (colour litho)
2783732 Viceroy Graziani is traveling through the territory of the Empire, visiting populations, places... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Duces triumphant days in Sicily (colour litho)
2783722 The Duces triumphant days in Sicily (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duces triumphant days in Sicily)

The Duce, in the tenth anniversary (colour litho)
2783639 The Duce, in the tenth anniversary (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duce, in the tenth anniversary)

The latest works on one of the most significant works that will be inaugurated in Rome during the Decennial of
2783633 The latest works on one of the most significant works that will be inaugurated in Rome during the Decennial of the Revolution (colour litho) by Beltrame

The national monument to the Bersagliere inaugurated in Rome in the presence of the King... (colour litho)
2783631 The national monument to the Bersagliere inaugurated in Rome in the presence of the King... (colour litho) by Beltrame

More than a hundred thousand children in need of care, one hundred and twenty thousand avant-garde
2783514 More than a hundred thousand children in need of care, one hundred and twenty thousand avant-garde and seven thousand children

Heroic Sicily (colour litho)
2784226 Heroic Sicily (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heroic Sicily. - The strong Sicilian population, under the constant enemy offenses)

In a location on the Eastern Front, General Messe hands over to the soldiers of the old Corps... (colour litho)
2784162 In a location on the Eastern Front, General Messe hands over to the soldiers of the old Corps... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Milan Triennale inaugurated by the King (colour litho)
2778153 The Milan Triennale inaugurated by the King (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Milan Triennale inaugurated by the King)

In the superb setting of the Stadium of Domitian, in Rome, the Duce held the Grand Report at 4000... (colour litho)
2778142 In the superb setting of the Stadium of Domitian, in Rome, the Duce held the Grand Report at 4000... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The founder of the Empire (colour litho)
2778505 The founder of the Empire (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The founder of the Empire)

Gold and iron for the Motherland (colour litho)
2778413 Gold and iron for the Motherland (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gold and iron to the Motherland)

Italian youth is restored in the fascist summer colonies, under the sign of the Littorio (colour litho)
2778374 Italian youth is restored in the fascist summer colonies, under the sign of the Littorio (colour litho) by Beltrame

Veterans and Recruits (Colour Litho)
2778342 Veterans and Recruits (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Veterans and Recruits)

Tank and Infantry Attack (Colour Litho)
2778284 Tank and Infantry Attack (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The attack of the tanks and the infantry)

Mussolini, among manifestations of devotion and gratitude to the peasant Duce, inaugurated... (colour litho)
2778272 Mussolini, among manifestations of devotion and gratitude to the peasant Duce, inaugurated... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mussolini)

In the lands redeemed by Fascism (colour litho)
2778236 In the lands redeemed by Fascism (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the lands redeemed by Fascism)

The spotlight on the front line (colour litho)
2784140 The spotlight on the front line (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The spotlight on the front line)

The Duce opens Pomezia (colour litho)
2783952 The Duce opens Pomezia (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duce inaugurates Pomezia)

The Duce who saved the world from war returns to his people (colour litho)
2783837 The Duce who saved the world from war returns to his people (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A break in the vigorous life of the X Campo Dux for GIL in Rome (colour litho)
2783827 A break in the vigorous life of the X Campo Dux for GIL in Rome (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

New life in the heart of the Empire (colour litho)
2783779 New life in the heart of the Empire (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: New life in the heart of the Empire)

In an atmosphere of vibrant patriotism, 26 weddings were celebrated in Caprino Veronese (colour litho)
2783737 In an atmosphere of vibrant patriotism, 26 weddings were celebrated in Caprino Veronese (colour litho) by Beltrame

Italian heroism in Spain, a bayonet general (colour litho)
2783728 Italian heroism in Spain, a bayonet general (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian heroism in Spain, a bayonet general)

The Duce among the People (Colour Litho)
2783663 The Duce among the People (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duce among the people)

MUSSOLINI / ROME SPEECH / 22
BENITO MUSSOLINI Italian dictator giving one of his earliest speeches on the entry of the Blackshirts into Rome Date: autumn 1922

EARLY MUSSOLINI SPEECH
Mussolini gives one of his earliest speeches after the entry of the Blackshirts into Rome Date: Oct / Nov 1922

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"Blackshirts: A Legacy of Fascist Ideology and Militaristic Pride" In the early 20th century, a fervent wave of fascism swept across Europe, leaving an indelible mark on history. Oswald Mosley, a charismatic leader, drew massive crowds to witness his impassioned speeches at an East London Rally in Hertford. The sight of the assembled multitude was both awe-inspiring and unsettling. The influence of fascist Italy resonated strongly with young people who embraced its ideals. Vibrant color lithographs captured their enthusiasm as they proudly donned black shirts, symbolizing loyalty to Mussolini's regime. These images depicted a sense of unity and purpose among these youth. Mussolini himself embodied strength and determination; one lithograph showed him shirtless under the scorching sun, personally threshing wheat in Agro Pontino after centuries of neglect. It exemplified his vision for revitalizing Italy through hard work and national pride. Italy's they were not alone in their cause; Hitler's Brownshirts paraded triumphantly through Berlin after his resounding electoral victory. Their presence signaled the rise of Nazi Germany and foreshadowed dark times ahead. A pivotal moment came with the signing of the Italian-German Pact in Berlin - a solemn ceremony immortalized by vivid color lithography. This alliance between two powerful nations would have far-reaching consequences for Europe. German troops marching into Prague further demonstrated the expansionist ambitions shared by these fascist regimes. As they entered foreign lands with forceful determination, it became evident that peace was rapidly eroding. Yet amidst this militaristic fervor, acts of heroism emerged from within fascist ranks too. Young Fascists made sublime sacrifices for their cause – selflessly dedicating themselves to uphold what they believed to be righteous principles. Threshing became more than just an agricultural act; it transformed into a patriotic duty symbolizing resilience and commitment.