Italian fascist politician and military officer (1882–1955)
Rodolfo Graziani
Rodolfo Graziani, 1st Marquis of Neghelli also known as the Butcher of Ethiopia or the Butcher of Fezzan, was an Italian military officer in the Kingdom of Italy's Royal Army, primarily noted for his campaigns in Africa before and during World War II.
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- Profession
- Italian fascist politician and military officer (1882–1955)
- Born
- 1882-08-11

Overview
Rodolfo Graziani, 1st Marquis of Neghelli also known as the Butcher of Ethiopia or the Butcher of Fezzan, was an Italian military officer in the Kingdom of Italy's Royal Army, primarily noted for his campaigns in Africa before and during World War II. A dedicated and prominent member of the National Fascist Party, he was a key figure in the Italian military during the regime of Benito Mussolini.
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