Daily Facts about Italy

1966

The Arno River in Florence, Italy, floods, causing extensive damage to priceless art and cultural heritage.

1942

Second Battle of El Alamein begins during World War II, a turning point in the North African campaign.

1922

March on Rome: Benito Mussolini and his followers march on Rome, leading to his appointment as Prime Minister of Italy.

1919

Benito Mussolini forms the Fascist Party in Italy, marking the rise of Fascism in the country.

1911

First use of an aircraft in war: The Italian Air Force uses airplanes for reconnaissance missions during the Italo-Turkish War.