Italia irredenta

Italia irredenta refers to regions outside Italy's official borders that were historically Italian-speaking or culturally Italian but remained under foreign control after Italian unification in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The term, meaning "Unredeemed Italy," expressed the patriotic goal of unifying these territories with Italy. Key areas targeted included South Tyrol, Trentino, Istria, and Dalmatia. This movement motivated Italy's military and diplomatic efforts during conflicts like World War I, aiming to expand Italy's territory to include all regions with Italian heritage, thus completing the national unification and strengthening cultural and political unity.