Why Germany Did Not Invade Spain During World War II

Discover the reasons behind Germany's decision to not invade Spain during WWII despite diplomatic ties.

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Germany didn't invade Spain during World War II because Spain, under Franco, was officially neutral and diplomatically supported the Axis in non-military ways. The strategic gains of invading Spain were outweighed by the potential costs, such as overextending German forces and provoking further resistance. Also, Spain’s geographic location provided limited strategic advantages and could have opened another conflict front.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What was Spain's role during World War II? Spain remained officially neutral during World War II but provided diplomatic support to the Axis powers under Franco.
  2. What strategic reasons prevented Germany from invading Spain? The potential costs of an invasion, including overextending resources, outweighed any strategic gains.
  3. Did Spain provide any support to Germany during World War II? Yes, Spain supported the Axis powers diplomatically and allowed limited supplies to be sent.
  4. What geographic advantages did Spain have during WWII? Spain's geography made it less advantageous for a German invasion, which could have opened new fronts in the conflict.

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