1031. BENITO MUSSOLINI (1883 - 1945) Italian dictator whose fascist supporters marched on Rome, securing him power; allied with Hitler, after many military and political setbacks he was captured and executed at war's end by partisans. Partly-printed D.S. 2pp. folio, Rome, Aug. 5, 1927, an official document from King VICTOR EMANUELE III, honoring a gentleman. Signed by Mussolini at conclusion as well as Emanuel. Light staining to bottom margin, a small tear at right margin, very good. $100 - 150