Victor Emmanuel III of Italy

Victor Emmanuel III (11 November 1869 – 28 December 1947) was king of Italy from 29 July 1900 to 9 May 1946. He was the son and successor of King Umberto I. He was a member of the House of Savoy.

Early life
Victor was born in Naples. His mother was Queen Margherita of Savoy. He became king in 1900, at age 31, after his father was killed by Gaetano Bresci.

History
After World War I, Benito Mussolini started the March on Rome and Victor Emmanuel III supported him. Mussolini became the Prime Minister and dictator. Because people said Victor Emmanuel III had worked together with Mussolini too much, Italy became a republic in 1946.

Titles and styles
 11 November 1869 - 29 July 1900: His Royal Highness The Prince of Naples
 29 July 1900 - 9 May 1946: His Majesty The King of Italy
 9 May 1936 - 5 May 1941: His Imperial Majesty The Emperor of Ethiopia
His Majesty The King of the Albanians
 9 May 1946 - 28 December 1947 His Majesty'' King Victor Emmanuel III of Italy

References

Other websites

Genealogy of recent members of the House of Savoy
King Vittorio Emanuele III

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Category:Kings and Queens of Italy
Category:World War II people
Category:Princes and Princesses of Savoy