Spanish Civil War Flashcards
1
Q
What side did Stalin support?
A
He sent agents into Spain to organise an alliance of pro-Republican forces
2
Q
By focusing on Spain what did Stalin hope to divert attention from?
A
The current Soviet purges
3
Q
What did Stalin receive in response from those he supported in Spain?
A
Large percentage of gold reserves
4
Q
Why did Stalin fear communism being installed in western europe?
A
This would frighten France and Britain and they might react by forming an anti-soiet front with Germany and Italy