Marching On - Union of Maltese Fascists

Captain Frederick Oloff Samut was a man of contrasts: a loyal British officer turned ardent Maltese fascist. This biography delves into the life of a figure whose political transformation mirrored the turbulent 1930s. Born into a prominent imperialist family, Samut initially upheld the values of the British Empire through his military service. However, his disillusionment with traditional political avenues led him to embrace fascism, aligning himself first with Sir Oswald Mosley's British Union of Fascists, and later founding the Union of Maltese Fascists (UMF). Samut envisioned a corporate state for Malta, combining British fascist principles with a uniquely Maltese identity. His movement sought to address the island's political, social, and economic challenges through bold reforms, ultimately aiming to restore national pride and stability.

Set against the backdrop of interwar European upheaval, this book offers a detailed account of Samut’s life, his political struggles, and the eventual decline of the UMF following his death. Through rich historical analysis, it provides a rare insight into the complexities of Maltese fascism, an often overlooked chapter in Malta's history.