Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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1945
Criticism over Mussolini-era propaganda involvement
After World War II, OSIA was criticized for its reported heavy involvement in Mussolini’s fascist propaganda campaign during the 1920s and 1930s.
1925
Role in organizing a United States fascist convention
Historical accounts state that OSIA helped organize a Philadelphia convention in November 1925 whose purpose included establishing fascist influence and relationships within political organizations and mutual-aid societies.