Militias and International Dynamics of the Spanish Civil War

This chapter explores the formation and strategic responses of workers' militias, particularly the anarchist CNT-FAI, during the Spanish Civil War. It examines the complex web of international involvement, contrasting the military support given to Nationalists by Germany and Italy with that received by the Republicans, including significant aid from the Soviet Union. The narrative highlights the internal conflicts and shifting political landscape within Spain, revealing the profound implications of foreign alliances and military logistics on the revolutionary movements.