Fascism

Definition

Fascism is a political ideology that emerged in early 20th-century Europe which seeks to create an autocratic government led by a dictatorial leader, centralized control over private enterprise, suppression of opposition through force, and extreme nationalism.

Related terms

Benito Mussolini: He was an Italian politician who led the National Fascist Party and is credited with being one of the key figures in the creation of Fascism.

Nazism: This is a form of fascism that incorporates scientific racism and antisemitism. It was the ideology of the Nazi Party in Germany led by Adolf Hitler.

Autocracy: A system of government where one person has absolute power. Both fascism and Nazism are forms of autocratic rule.