Colonial Struggles and Military Dictatorship in Spain

This chapter explores Spain's colonial endeavors in Morocco, focusing on the catastrophic Rifi Insurrection and its impact on Spain's military and political landscape. It discusses the rise of Miguel Primo de Rivera and the establishment of a military dictatorship in response to the failures of the liberal government. The narrative reflects on the broader implications of military leadership and the brutal realities of war during this tumultuous period in Spanish history.