Reasons why the Nationalists Won - NATIONALIST STRENGTH Flashcards
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Q
What were the Organisational Strengths of the nationalists?
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maintained a large & skilled armed force = advantage
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Junta de Defensa (defence council):
ensured supply of manpower & supplies
- composed of military leaders
- complete control over all aspects of life (civilian & military)
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Q
Why were the Military Tactics & Skill of Military Personnel an advantage for the nationalists?
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more experienced in conventional warfare
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nationalist victory in northern spain in 1937 - removed a quarter of repub forces + allowed the nationalist navy to redeploy & attack eastern shores
