M.D.T. - Territorial Defense Militia and Civic Guards in the O.Z.A.K. 1943-1945

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The narrative unfolds in the aftermath of the Armistice, focusing on the strategic region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia and its annexation by the Reich. The Italian Social Republic's efforts to reassert control faced significant German opposition, leading to the establishment of the Territorial Defense Militia (M.D.T.) as a semi-autonomous unit. Concurrently, local leaders initiated the formation of the Civic Guard in Trieste, reflecting a broader movement for self-defense across the region. The book explores themes of authority, resistance, and the complexities of military governance during this tumultuous period.