The Spanish Civil War marked the armed confrontation of the political ideologies of the 20th century, liberal democracy, communism, and fascism. The coup broke out in July 1936 when a group of officers revolted against the government. The war was long-lasting, characterized by the intervention of foreign powers, and ended with the imposition of the Franco dictatorship.
Gabriele Ranzato's concise and informative study records in a methodical and comprehensive way everything that took place during the Spanish Civil War. Drawing on literature and utilizing archival and photographic material, the author identifies the causes of the crisis, highlights the protagonists, analyzes all the parameters and reactions in the international arena of an armed conflict that could well be considered a precursor to World War II.