The Spanish Civil War: The Time of The Hunters (Part 4)

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Join us as we unravel the turbulent and chaotic early days of the Spanish Civil War, a time when Spain was engulfed in ideological strife and violence. Ever wonder how a city can function normally amid revolution and terror? Discover the surreal duality of Barcelona, where the anarchist CNT-FAI fostered a mix of revolutionary fervor and everyday life, with scenes vividly brought to life through personal accounts from figures like George Orwell. We'll take you on a journey through the streets of Madrid and Granada, capturing the power struggle that emerged in Republican territory as government authority crumbled, giving rise to workers' committees, political parties, and militias vying for control.
Explore the contrasting forms of violence that marked this brutal conflict, from the spontaneous chaos of the Red Terror in Republican zones to the systematic terror orchestrated by Nationalist leaders like General Mola. We'll delve into the methodical approach of the Nationalists, where fear and executions were used as tools to reshape Spain, and experience the chilling accounts of cities like Badajoz and Seville. The skies above Spain tell their own harrowing story as we uncover the devastating impact of aerial warfare, previewing the horrors of World War II with the infamous bombing of Guernica and relentless assaults on Madrid. Immerse yourself in these pivotal moments of history, where survival and ideology intertwined, and witness the violent legacy that began to take shape.

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1. The Spanish Civil War: The Time of The Hunters (Part 4) (00:00:00)

2. Spanish Civil War (00:00:01)

3. Spanish Civil War Nationalist Violence (00:05:51)

4. Aerial Warfare in Spanish Civil War (00:20:46)