The outbreak of the Spanish Civil War in 1936 stemmed from a complex interplay of political, social, and economic factors. Tensions had escalated between the Republican government, which aimed to implement reforms, and a coalition of conservative, monarchist, and fascist forces led by General Francisco Franco. The immediate trigger was the failed military coup against the Republican government by Franco and other generals. This insurrection ignited widespread violence and conflicts between various factions, including socialists, anarchists, and nationalists, leading to a brutal civil war that lasted until 1939, ultimately resulting in Franco’s dictatorship.