Albanian Fascist Militia
Milicia Fashiste Shqiptare
Active18 September 1939
Disbanded8 September 1943
Country Albania
(Italian protectorate)
TypeParamilitary, Gendarmerie
RoleMaintaining public order
Commanders
Lieutenant GeneralFrancesco Jacomoni

The Albanian Fascist Militia (MFSH) (Albanian: Milicia Fashiste Shqiptare) was an Albanian fascist paramilitary group formed in 1939, following the Italian invasion of Albania. As a wing of the Italian Blackshirts (MVSN), the militia initially consisted of Italian colonists in Albania but later Albanian volunteers were also enlisted and made the majority of the group until it was disbanded in 1943. It was headquartered in Tirana.[1]

History

The Albanian Fascist Militia (MFSH) was formed by Decree no. 91, dated 18.9.1939 of the deputy general and was part of the National Security Volunteer Militia headed by Commander General Mussolini. The militia was tasked with maintaining internal order at the request of the prime minister. Its recruitment was voluntary for all persons who met the requirements for membership within the Fascist Party. The officers were appointed by the General Command of the Voluntary National Security Militia, following the proposal of the Commander of the Albanian Fascist Militia (MFSH), after the Secretary of the Fascist Party was consulted. NCOs, graduates, black shirts were all appointed by the MFSH commander.

White Qeleshe headwear
Aluminum ornament
The insignia of the Albanian Fascist Militia displayed in clothing and as an accessory.

The MFSH consisted of one command, 4 legions and 10 cohorts. It was fully funded by the state.

The militia was disbanded in 1943 following the surrender of Italy in World War II.

References

  1. ↑ Dervishi, Kastriot (2004). Si u krijua Milicia Fashiste Shqiptare. Tiranë: Shtëpia Botuese "55". p. 15.
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