The Rest Is History

194. The First Fascist

Jun 9, 2022

Joining the discussion is Lucy Hughes-Hallett, a historian and author known for her biography of Gabriele D'Annunzio. They delve into D'Annunzio's complex role as a literary figure and his paradoxical influence on Italian politics, particularly regarding fascism. The conversation reveals how his romanticized rhetoric around war shaped nationalist sentiment leading up to World War I. They also explore his troubling legacy and the ways his dramatic actions resonated throughout Italian culture, making him an enduring yet controversial figure.

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

The Future of Electric Driving and Health Solutions

1min

Gabriele D'Annunzio: Poet and Political Maverick

26min

Nationalist Sentiment and the Call to War

3min

Timeless Clothing and the Importance of Support Systems

2min

The Allure of War: Rhetoric and Reality in D'Annunzio's Return

4min

The Unraveling Legacy of D'Annunzio

26min

Exploring D'Annunzio's Enduring Legacy in Italian Culture

3min

Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook discuss the 'first' fascist, Gabriele D'Annunzio, with historian Lucy Hughes-Hallett.

D'Annunzio was a key figure in Italian literature before becoming a political figure later in his life. Although never personally identifying with fascism, his ideas were hugely influential on Mussolini.

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