1/ I studied Nazis at uni, including the "Roman salute." Let’s break it down: historically, there’s no evidence of this gesture being Roman. It’s a 20th-century invention tied to fascist propaganda.
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2/ The Nazis and Italian fascists used the term "Roman salute" to link their movements to the grandeur of ancient Rome. It was a deliberate attempt to evoke legitimacy and power through myth.
3/ In reality, ancient Romans didn’t use this salute. The gesture was popularised through 19th-century art and early 20th-century films, then adopted by fascists for their agenda.
4/ Calling it the "Roman salute" masks its true nature. It’s a fascist symbol rooted in hate and oppression. Using its propaganda term only helps spread the myth and downplays its dangers.
5/ Fascism thrives on rewriting history to serve its narrative. That’s why it’s crucial to call this gesture what it really is: fascism. Normalising it makes space for hate to grow unchecked.
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