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Why did Mussolini launch the Battle for
Grain
- Autarky: The need for self suffiency was prominent in the early 1920's on the grounds that Mussolini had future
prospects of going to war upon which the need for self- sufficiency enhanced, The policy of 'Autarchia' meant
that Ital would no longer be dependant upon 'Foreign bread'.
- Economy: In the most basic terms, the Battle for Grain aimed at enhancing the economy that was left weak
following the ''mutilated victory'' of WW1 in 1917. Primarily, it aimed to support farmers, and create more
employment opportunities.
- Propaganda: Much like the idea of Autarky, Mussolini primarily aimed at establishing Italy on the world stage
in an efficient manner. The battle for Grain would liberate italy's weakness of imports whilst simultaneously
reduce the deficit in balance of payments = pro- fascist propaganda.
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