Aldo Moro

ModernPoliticianItaly1916 — 1978

Italian prime minister kidnapped and murdered by Red Brigades.

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Quick Facts

Born

1916

Died

1978

Country

Italy

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)48

Political (20%)55

Influence (20%)62

Legacy (20%)56

Leadership (15%)40

Strategy (15%)41

Total Score52.7

Aldo Moro — Complete Timeline

1963 AD

Election as Prime Minister of ItalyPolitical Action◆ Major

Aldo Moro became Prime Minister of Italy for the first time, leading a center-left coalition government. His premiership aimed to implement social reforms and include the Socialist Party in government, a historic shift.

Prime MinisterCenter-LeftSocial Reforms

Impact: nationalconstructive

1964 AD

Formation of the Organic Center-Left GovernmentPolitical Action◆ Major

Moro formed his second government, solidifying the 'organic center-left' alliance between Christian Democracy and the Socialist Party. This coalition pursued nationalizations and social welfare expansion, but faced internal divisions.

CoalitionCenter-LeftSocialist Party

Impact: nationalconstructive

1978 AD

Kidnapping by the Red BrigadesPolitical Action

Aldo Moro was kidnapped in Rome by the Red Brigades, a left-wing terrorist group. His capture occurred during a period of political crisis and negotiations for a historic compromise with the Communist Party.

KidnappingRed BrigadesTerrorism

Impact: nationaltragic

Murder by the Red BrigadesPolitical Action

After 55 days of captivity, Aldo Moro was murdered by the Red Brigades. His body was found in a car in central Rome. The assassination shocked Italy and ended any prospect of a historic compromise with the Communists.

AssassinationRed BrigadesPolitical Crisis

Impact: nationaltragic