How did Benito Mussolini attempt to increase Italy’s power?

Mussolini sought to build a powerful empire for Italy by expanding its territory. His government invaded and took control of land, including Ethiopia in 1935. This matches “by seizing control of new land”; spreading his ideology, forming alliances with African nations, and creating jobs were not the main way he tried to increase Italy’s power.

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