History of the Second World War 39: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 4 - Disagreements
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Republican Strengths
- The Spanish Republic controlled major cities, industrial areas, and most of the navy.
- They also held the nation's gold reserves and international recognition.
Dual Challenges for Republicans
- Leftist groups like trade unions initiated resistance against the coup, giving it a revolutionary feel.
- This created a complex situation for Republican leaders, who faced challenges from both the right-wing coup and leftist revolutionaries.
Revolutionary Activities in Madrid
- In Madrid, both socialist UGT and anarchist CNT militias had a strong presence.
- This strong revolutionary activity created concerns for the government, even after the coup's initial failure in the city.