Mussolini's Greek Island : Fascism and the Italian Occupation of Syros in World War II

Lecoeur, Sheila

I.B. Tauris（2009/03発売）

• 製本 Hardcover:ハードカバー版／ページ数 272 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9781845116705
• DDC分類 940.54219585

Full Description

A powerful and unique study of the realities and long-term impact of occupation, "Mussolini's Greek Island" reveals the Italian dictator's imperial vision, the mechanisms of Italian occupation and its tragic consequences. The small island of Syros is a vital entry-point illuminating Italian imperialism - its ethos, fascist connection, pretension and administrative achievements, marred by famine. Here Lecoeur examines the devastating effects of war and occupation on the local community - starvation, corruption and survival - and, drawing on local archives and interviews with survivors, offers new insight into this crucial but little known episode. Enriching our understanding of Mussolini's hegemonic visions and the mechanisms of occupation, a key issue of our times, this path-breaking book will appeal to scholars of fascism, World War II and military occupation in general.

Contents

List of Illustrations; List of Charts; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1. Syros and the Greek State; 2. Political Objectives and Administrative Policy, 1941-42; 3. The Economic Impact of the 'Distacco'; 4. The Famine; 5. Public Assistance and Crisis Management; 6. Propaganda and the Control of Information; 7. The Occupiers: Soldiers' Lives; 8. The Social Impact of Occupation; 9. Conclusion; Abbreviations; Bibliography; Index.