General Francisco Franco conquered Madrid in 1939 to end the Spanish Civil War
After three years of relentless siege and a brutal internal conflict, Madrid fell to General Francisco Franco in 1939, signaling the definitive end of the Spanish Civil War.
General Francisco Franco's forces finally entered Madrid on March 28, 1939, bringing a decisive end to one of the most ideological and bloody conflicts of the 20th century. The city had endured a grueling three-year siege that became a symbol of resistance for the Republican cause.
There's more to this story — open the app to keep reading.
Continue Reading in App
1 more paragraphs · plus a 3-question quiz