This is a timeline of events to do with anti-fascism from its origins in the 1920s to the modern day.
1900s
1920s
- 1921: The Arditi Del Popolo is founded in Italy in response to Mussolini's growing influence. It is the first militant anti-fascist organization and engages in gunfights with fascist gangs.
1930s
- 1936: The Spanish Civil War begins as much of the Spanish working class attempts to stave off the military coup by Francisco Franco.
- 1936: The Battle of Cable Street sees anti-fascists battle fascists led by Oswald Mosely in a Jewish neighbourhood.