Wife of Benito Mussolini, the founder and leader of Italian fascism. ALS, two pages, 5.25 x 7, May 9, 1966. From Villa Corpeno, Forli, Italy. In part: 'Dearest Sister Linus, it's too hard to explain in a short letter what my husband has done for Italy, and Italian people in 20 years he has been ruling . All I can say is that he has one the best things now existing in our country. I'm sorry but I don't know Padre Pio's address.' (Pio was a famous Catholic priest and stigmatic). In fine condition. RRAuction COA.