MUSSOLINI BENITO Autograph Note Signed Mussolini as Head of

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REACTION TO ATTEMPTED ASSASSINATION OF ITALY'S KING MUSSOLINI, BENITO. Autograph Note Signed, "Mussolini," as Head of Government, to King Victor Emmanuel III, in Italian, a telegram, announcing that the attempt on the King's life has increased the people's love for him and declaring his devotion. 1 page, 4to, partly-printed telegram form; short closed tear at top right repaired with cello tape recto, minor discoloration at top edge center; matted with photograph portraits of Mussolini and Victor Emmanuel and framed. Rome, [April 1928]

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"At this moment, with great dedication, the soul of the entire nation rallies around Your Majesty. Stop. The barbarous attempt on your life increases the love of the Italian people for their King. Stop. The active pace of Milan and the perfect discipline of the nation will continue for the glory of the dynasty and the power of the fatherland. Stop. I beg Your Majesty to accept the assurance of my profound devotion."