On September 1, 1939, before the early morning sun had fallen, the Polish nightmare suddenly came. Overnight, the Germans sent a million troops. Under the cover of aircraft and artillery, hundreds of tanks broke through the defenses. In just 3 days, the Polish Air Force was completely defeated and the Army was gradually defeated. A month later, the Germans approached the city of Warsaw. Seeing this situation, the two eldest brothers of England and France could no longer sit still, and the European scuffle between Germany, Britain and France began.
After Hitler came to power, the german national mood continued to rise. After a world economic crisis, the Germans were desperate to find industrial dumping grounds. Thus, "the German sword is finally about to be drawn again." A year earlier, at a meeting not attended by representatives of Czech Snorvak, Germany, Italy, Britain and France had adopted the Munich Conference. The European powers agreed to include the Czech Sudetenland in Germany. Can you imagine that Britain and France are so shameless, and the lives of small European countries can hardly be better? When World War II began, Belgium and the Netherlands fell directly into the arms of Germany, and the so-called "Anglo-French coalition" was defeated.
In Spain, Hitler brought the strongman Franco to power. Curiously, as a European power, Franco chose neutrality in World War II. Why? What are the Spaniards busy with?
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Franco was born in 1892 to a military family in the Spanish province of Colena. From the grandfather's generation, the Franco family was a naval officer. Under the influence of his family, he also had military ideals. At the end of the 19th century, the Spanish-American War broke out. In the battle for maritime supremacy, Spain is at a disadvantage. When the news came, Franco was frustrated. Since then, he no longer aspires to make a meritorious career, but aspires to become a leader of the party.
In 1907, at the age of 14, Franco was enrolled at the Torre Corps School. During his time at school, he practiced diligently and achieved excellent results. While the others were asleep, he got up early and threw himself into intense training. On weekdays, Franco liked to appoint himself knight. With aristocratic ideas, he longed to restore the glory of the Greater Spanish Empire and continued to fight for it. In 1913, at the age of 20, Franco became a lieutenant in the cavalry. In the most elite local troops, he received first-class training.
In 1914, the Moroccan Colonial War began. Franco was ordered to lead the encirclement and suppression, and in the fierce battle, he charged forward, brave and fearless. After suppressing the bandit army, he was promoted to the youngest captain and was recognized by the high command. In life, Franco is cautious and honest, he maintains self-discipline, does not go in and out of the wind and moon place, and does not participate in any entertainment activities. Maintaining an aristocratic temperament and defending the glory of the family, Franco became the most recognized young officer.
In 1920, Franco was appointed Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Moroccan Overseas Corps. In the colonies, he was majestic and highly respected. As a result, a large number of young people are willing to follow. In 1924, a peasant revolt broke out in Spain. During the battle, Franco's troops were extremely strong, and he also gained military power. In 1926, he was promoted to brigadier general and went to the French Military Academy for further studies. Upon his return, Franco became a powerful figure in the army, and he was drawn in by various forces.
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Prior to this, Franco was merely an ordinary officer. But in the chaotic world, with his extraordinary talent, it must be a achievement. In 1934, Major General Franco assisted the government in suppressing a workers' rebellion. At that time, an economic crisis engulfed the world. Under these circumstances, the capitalists still intensified their exploitation, the peasants and workers lost their jobs, and the people lived in dire straits. Serious social problems have caused turmoil, and Franco has seen an opportunity to come forward.
In May 1935, Franco entered the Spanish right-wing government. With a strong military background, he was immediately appointed chief of the general staff. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Franco cultivated his confidants on the one hand, and tightened his control of the army on the other hand. At that time, the Spanish state was divided into two factions, the right-wing nationalist bloc and the left-wing people's camp. In the general election, the left won, but they did not control the military power of the country. As a result, Franco actively engaged in it and plotted to seize the fruits of the revolution.
Franco was not only a high-ranking officer. After taking up his official position, he was keenly aware of the role of the party. Spain's old party was quite xenophobic, and Franco did not want to be subordinated, so he took control of the new party , the " Lancers " . The Piaps were made up of young people who had Franco as their leader. This group of people held high official positions and had the spirit of "noble knights", which can be described as quite capable. This also became Franco's call for the ideology of the whole country.
Diplomatically, Franco had a good conversation with Hitler. Both nationalists, the two have similar aspirations and hit it off. On July 17, 1936, Franco staged a coup d'état in Spain and Morocco at the same time. In just 24 hours, he took control of all the troops and expelled government personnel by force. On October 1, 1936, Franco was formally established as head of state. In this way, a "Franco government" appeared in front of the people of the whole world.
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In 1939, World War II broke out. At a time when the Anglo-French forces were fighting fiercely with the German-Italian forces, Franco's attitude was surprisingly calm. As Hitler's younger brother, why did he stay out of the matter? In fact, Spain and Britain were at odds. In Franco's vision, he aspired to retake the Strait of Gibraltar, which had been occupied for 200 years. But that's where his cunning comes in.
As long as it does not take sides, then Spain can swim among the two major groups. At that time, the British actively showed favor to it. In order to win franco over, britain aided a large number of industrial products and grain. The Franco government used this as a capital and demanded more from Hitler. Always paying attention to the war situation, Franco swayed with the wind, exquisite on all sides. It can be said that the days of this wall grass are extremely moist.
At the beginning of the War, Franco deliberately snubbed the Axis Powers. He was self-aware, Spain was not strong, and there were a number of opponents at home. Once involved in a big war, you are likely to catch fire in your backyard. In 1940, Franco declared Spain neutral. He wandered between the two groups and was in no hurry. When Germany and Italy urged him to participate in the war, Franco replied directly: "If Germany can come up with a proof of German and Italian victory, Spain will immediately join the German and Italian groups." ”
In 1941, Germany attacked the Soviet Union and gained a huge advantage. In this case, Franco only sent a regiment to fight, and he was still wearing German clothing. In 1943, Franco saw that the Axis victory was slim, and immediately adjusted Spain's foreign policy, declaring Spain's neutrality from a "non-belligerent". In May 1945, the European war situation was determined, and the Coalition army won a complete victory. So Franco quickly fell into the arms of the United States.
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After World War II, with Spain's important position, Franco firmly implemented an anti-communist strategy, which won the favor of Western countries. Subsequently, Franco actively improved his diplomatic strategy, and he followed the United States and became a universally recognized "anti-Soviet fighter". In this way, he exchanged a large number of foreign aid.
In 1974, Spain's per capita GDP reached 80% of that of developed European countries, the people's happiness was greatly improved, and Franco's image of governance was greatly improved.
On 19 November 1975, Franco died and Juan Carlos I ascended to the throne, imposing a constitutional monarchy and carrying out democratic reforms, ending s forty years of dictatorship in Spain.