235. China and World War II (Part 1)
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The Significance of Chinese Troops in the Spanish Civil War
Chinese troops, influenced by their participation in the Spanish Civil War, played a crucial role in shaping public perception and troop training. The public viewed the Spanish Civil War and the Chinese war against Japan as interconnected, while Chinese troops received training from top German commanders during their involvement in the conflict. Despite the small number of modernized troops, their influence on the overall recruitment was significant, and their presence in Shanghai had a substantial impact, even though the city ultimately became a battlefield.
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