
Ebro River Battlefields
The Ebro River Battlefields refer to the historic sites along Spain's Ebro River where one of the most significant battles of the Spanish Civil War took place from 1936 to 1938. This battle involved Republican forces fighting to defend Madrid against the advancing Nationalist army led by General Franco. The conflict was marked by intense fighting across the river and surrounding areas, with both sides suffering heavy casualties. Today, these battlefields are preserved as historical sites and memorials, offering insights into the war's strategic importance and the intense human struggles that occurred there.