BATTLE // August 12, 1936
Battle of Badajoz
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Overview
The Battle of Badajoz was one of the first major engagements of the Spanish Civil War, resulting in a tactical and strategic Nationalist victory, however at a significant cost in time and troops. After several days of shelling and bombardment, Nationalists stormed the fortified border city of Badajoz on August 14, 1936, cutting off the Spanish Republic from neighbouring Portugal and linking the northern and southern zones of Nationalist control.
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Forces & casualties
Troop strength
- Spanish Republic6,000medium
- Nationalist rebels3,000medium
Spanish Republic fielded a 2.0 : 1 numerical advantage
Casualties
- Spanish Republic3,500medium58% loss rate
Commanders (4)
Nationalist rebels
- Antonio Castejón
teniente general
Carlos Asensiolieutenant general
Juan Yagüeteniente general
Spanish Republic
Ildefonso Puigdendolascolonel
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