Spanish civil war webquest part 3
What was the first major battle of the war and where was it fought?
The first major battle was the Battle of Madrid (in Madrid).
Name at least one major battle of the Civil War and describe the results of this battle.
One major battle during the war Battle of Guadalajara, which was another attempt to isolate Madrid. The Italian and Nationalist troops rapidly advanced, and the Republicans counterattacked with the help of Soviet resources. The Italians suffered greatly and were defeated.
What country was the largest supporter of the Republicans? What did they ask for from Spain in return for sending troops?
Italy and Nazi Germany were supporters of the Republicans, and the Soviet Union offered limited support. In return, Hitler wanted to use Spain to travel through and send his troops, but Franco refused.
Why is the date April 26, 1937 significant? What occurred on this date? Which side led the offensive?
April 26, 1937 was the date of the Bombing of Guernica by the Luftwaffe's Condor Legion. The attackers were practicing and experimenting to see what it would take to bomb a city until there was nothing left. Guernica was reduced to ashes with a loss of approximately 1,650 people.
When and where was the war officially declared over? Which side prevailed?
On March 28, 1939, the Nationalists victoriously entered Madrid in triumph, and on April 1, Franco declared that the war was officially over.
The first major battle was the Battle of Madrid (in Madrid).
Name at least one major battle of the Civil War and describe the results of this battle.
One major battle during the war Battle of Guadalajara, which was another attempt to isolate Madrid. The Italian and Nationalist troops rapidly advanced, and the Republicans counterattacked with the help of Soviet resources. The Italians suffered greatly and were defeated.
What country was the largest supporter of the Republicans? What did they ask for from Spain in return for sending troops?
Italy and Nazi Germany were supporters of the Republicans, and the Soviet Union offered limited support. In return, Hitler wanted to use Spain to travel through and send his troops, but Franco refused.
Why is the date April 26, 1937 significant? What occurred on this date? Which side led the offensive?
April 26, 1937 was the date of the Bombing of Guernica by the Luftwaffe's Condor Legion. The attackers were practicing and experimenting to see what it would take to bomb a city until there was nothing left. Guernica was reduced to ashes with a loss of approximately 1,650 people.
When and where was the war officially declared over? Which side prevailed?
On March 28, 1939, the Nationalists victoriously entered Madrid in triumph, and on April 1, Franco declared that the war was officially over.