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Claim Text: The historian Zeev Sternhell has traced the ideological roots of fascism back to the 1880s and in particular to the fin de siècle theme of that time.
Simplified Text: Zeev Sternhell has traced the ideological roots of fascism back to the 1880s and in particular to the fin de siècle theme of that time
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Claim Maker: Zeev Sternhell
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Context Details: { "person": "Zeev Sternhell", "time_period": "1880s" }
Subject Tags: History Political Science
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Created: February 15, 2026 at 3:21 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 3:21 PM (6 months ago)

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fascism

Fascism is a far-right, authoritarian political ideology that rose to prominence in early-20th-century Europe. It is characterized by a dictatorial leader, militarism, suppression of opposition, and strong state control. The article provides a comprehensive overview of fascism's history, characteristics, and various interpretations.

Fascism Political Ideology Authoritarianism History Nazism Mussolini Totalitarianism

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