Casemate UK Spain in Arms - A military history of the Spanish Civil War 1936-39 - Casemate UK

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Spain in Arms - A military history of the Spanish Civil War 1936-39

ISBN : 9781612006376

 Casemate UK

 

 

The Spanish Civil war was fought between 1936 and 1939. This was fought between the Republican side loyal to the Second Spanish Republic, and the Nationalists. Even though the war ended in 1939 it left a legacy in Spain which is felt even to this day. Much has been written about the war however this book looks at it from eight major conflicts. The author has obtained and studied texts from German, Italian and Russian sources, as well as previously secret British intelligence intercepts about Italian air operations, and in addition British and French Archives. As well as the history of the conflict itself the book aims to place this conflict within the historical context of both WWI and WWII. Of interest is the look at the extent of foreign intervention and how it may have been exaggerated in history. 

 

 

 

The book is A5 hardcover in format and 212 pages long, It is has 20 maps and 20 black and white photos.

 

Conclusion

The history for this bloody conflict is examined through eight major campaigns and it aims to dispel many of the half truths stemming from propaganda which still exist from this conflict.  As the culmination of 60 years research the book shows this in its quality and depth. 

 

Highly Recommended.

 

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