Kingdom of Italy
Definition
The Kingdom of Italy refers to the period in history when Italy was a unified nation under a monarchy, from 1861 to 1946. It marked the end of regional divisions and the establishment of a centralized government.
Analogy
Imagine the Kingdom of Italy as a puzzle coming together, where all the different regions fit perfectly to form one complete picture.
Related terms
Unification: The process by which separate regions or states come together to form a single entity, like the unification of Italy.
Monarchy: A system of government where power is held by a king or queen.
Centralized Government: A governing system where power and decision-making authority are concentrated in one central location.
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