{"product_id":"9788412553376","title":"SPANISH COMMANDOS: NIGHT ATTACKS, RAIDS, AND GUERRILLA WARFARE","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSPANISH COMMANDOS: NIGHT RAIDS, STRIKE OPERATIONS, AND GUERRILLA WARFARE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rigorous and compelling analysis of the elite units that operated during the Spanish Civil War. This book rescues from oblivion the commando operations, guerrilla actions, and surprise strikes executed by both sides, revealing tactics, weaponry, and the most daring missions. The reader will discover how small groups of combatants carried out offensive incursions into enemy territory, challenging the conventions of conventional warfare. An essential work for understanding a little-known aspect of our most decisive military conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book explores in depth the actions of Spanish commandos during the Civil War, defined as small shock troops intended for special missions behind enemy lines. Through documented research, Santiago Bobillo breaks down the so-called \"encamisadas\" (night raids wearing white shirts for identification), surprise strikes, and guerrilla operations that made a difference on the front. It analyzes the tactics employed, the profile of the combatants, the weaponry used, and the most notable missions, offering a complete view of this form of unconventional warfare which, despite its relevance, has been traditionally ignored by historiography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCommando operations in the Spanish Civil War.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGuerrilla tactics and unconventional warfare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNight raids, surprise strikes, and offensive incursions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAnalysis of special missions on both sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeaponry and equipment of shock units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at military history enthusiasts, especially those interested in the Spanish Civil War and special operations. It will also be of great value to readers looking to learn about less publicized aspects of the conflict, as well as students and researchers who wish to delve into combat tactics and the organization of elite forces of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDiscovers a little-known aspect of the Civil War: commando and guerrilla operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOffers a detailed analysis of military tactics and real missions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExpands the understanding of the conflict beyond conventional fronts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a balanced view of operations on both sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Bobillo, Santiago\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Glyphos Publicaciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: Spanish Civil War, Military history: conflicts after World War II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: December 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 166\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 160 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential reference work for those interested in Spanish military history. Santiago Bobillo manages to fill a historiographical void with a rigorous, well-documented, and accessible text that sheds light on commando operations during the Civil War. His focus on specific tactics and missions makes it a reference title for understanding unconventional warfare in our country.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GLYPHOS PUBLICACIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405082321243,"sku":"9788412553376","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841255337.jpg?v=1781822713","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788412553376","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}