Asked by Dr. Richard Force on Jul 14, 2024
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How did Germany and Italy respond to the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War in July 1936?
A) They both began to rearm their demilitarized zones.
B) They signed a non-aggression pact with the Soviet Union.
C) The pulled their diplomatic representatives from Washington DC.
D) They rushed military aid to General Francisco Franco.
Spanish Civil War
A military conflict from 1936 to 1939 between the Republicans, who were loyal to the democratic Spanish Republic, and the Nationalists, a rebel group led by General Francisco Franco.
Francisco Franco
A Spanish general who led the Nationalist forces to victory in the Spanish Civil War and governed Spain as a dictator from 1939 until his death in 1975.
- Understand the global political climate and key events leading up to and during World War II.
- Understand the impact of World War II on military strategies and advancements.
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Asmaa MohmmadJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Germany and Italy supported General Francisco Franco by providing military aid during the Spanish Civil War, aligning with their fascist sympathies and strategic interests in weakening democratic governments.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the global political climate and key events leading up to and during World War II.
- Understand the impact of World War II on military strategies and advancements.