Rise of the nation

its military advance seems utterly unstoppable, and the idea that many sneered at in recent years - the creation of a new Roman Empire - now seems entirely within the Italians' grasp. Most continental European powers that could oppose them have been virtually eliminated, leaving the Italians free to enforce their will upon the conquered peoples. In addition to beginning integration of what they have already begun referring to as "reconquered Roman Territories", the Italian government has now announced the rebirth of the Roman Empire, renaming the nation to 'the nation'.