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It is alleged that half a million Spanish men, women and children fled to France after the Franco victory
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"It is alleged that half a million Spanish men, women and children fled to France after the Franco victory"

- Martha Gellhorn

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This quote by Martha Gellhorn is describing the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, which was won by General Francisco Franco in 1939. It is alleged that after the Franco victory, half a million Spanish men, ladies and kids were required to get away to France in order to get away the oppressive program of Franco's dictatorship. This mass exodus of Spanish people was a result of the fear of persecution and violence that Franco's regime gave Spain. The Spanish Civil War was a devastating dispute that left many people displaced and in search of a safe house. The quote functions as a tip of the immense suffering that the Spanish individuals endured during this time and the nerve they displayed in the face of hardship. It is a testimony to the resilience of the Spanish individuals and their decision to make it through despite the odds.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Martha Gellhorn between November 8, 1908 and February 15, 1998. He/she was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 21 other quotes.

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