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Siege of Madrid
1936 - 1939 • Madrid Belagerung
Historical Overview
Multi-year siege of the capital; symbol of Republican resistance.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Nationalist victory.
Republicans
- Commander: José Miaja
- Strength: ca. 150.000
- Casualties: hoch
Nationalists
- Commander: Francisco Franco
- Strength: ca. 100.000
- Casualties: hoch
Strategic Context
Central struggle for the political heart of Spain.
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