History of the Second World War 37: The Spanish Civil War Pt. 2 - The Coup of July 1936
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Political Importance in Spanish Civil War
- The Spanish Civil War's political aspect was crucial, especially for the Republic.
- The Republic comprised diverse, often conflicting political philosophies, creating numerous problems.
Differing Political Groups
- The Republic and the coup both had diverse political groups.
- The Phalanx, a fascist group in Spain, differed from others in Europe by embracing Catholicism.
Fragile Unity and the CNT
- The Popular Front's unity was fragile, marked by differing political views and regional nationalism.
- The CNT, a confederation of labor unions, was a powerful force despite not being a political party.