Question

select the correct answer.
why did portugal supply weapons to the nationalists in spain?
a. to establish communism
b. to establish democracy
c. to support fascism
d. to establish imperialism

Explanation:

During the Spanish Civil War, Portugal’s authoritarian government (led by Salazar) aligned with the fascist Nationalist forces in Spain, viewing them as allies against left-wing movements. Supplying weapons to the Nationalists was a means to support the fascist cause.

Answer:

C. to support fascism