Milizia

"Milizia" primarily refers to (1725–1798), a highly influential Italian art and architectural historian, or the Milizia Volontaria per la Sicurezza Nazionale (MVSN), the paramilitary wing of the National Fascist Party in Italy . Francesco Milizia (Architectural Theorist)

: He advocated for "functionalism," arguing that architectural features should be necessary and serve a specific function rather than being purely decorative. Milizia

: His sharp critiques of the Baroque style—which he often denounced as "bizzaria" or bizarre—provoked a rejection of that movement that lasted for nearly a century. Key Works : "Milizia" primarily refers to (1725–1798)

: A branch formed to maintain order and perform police functions in Italian-occupied territories like Libya and Ethiopia. Other Notable References Milizia