Germany and Italy
Extent and Medium
2 online resources (5, 183 pages)
Scope and Content
The files contain information on the relationship between Italy and Germany. They mention the axis between Rome and Berlin, a metaphor for the close ties between the two countries. Still, a distinction is made in the documents between Italian fascism and German Nazism. Mussolini and his politics are referenced and also portrayed in a negative light. Furthermore, the files discuss the Italian colonies such as Libya and criticize the annexation of South Tyrol, a region belonging to Austria. They analyze the Italian people and their traits and compare them to the Nordic race which is considered more moral and honorable.
Note(s)
Type-scripts, extracts from books, newspapers and speeches
Detailed dates of materials: 1908, 1915-1916, 1919, 1921, 1923-1925, 1931-1943
Details of bibliographical references are in the content file.
Also available on microfilm reel 108 : frames 1810-2009
People
- Mussolini, Benito, 1883-1945
- Hitler, Adolf, 1889-1945
Subjects
- Race.
- World War, 1939-1945--Diplomatic history--Axis powers.
Places
- Trentino-Alto Adige (Italy)
- Tyrol (Austria)
- Italy--Colonies--History--20th century.
- Italy--Relations--Germany.
- Germany--Relations--Italy.