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In May 1938, four villages in Castellón, Spain—Benassal, Albocàsser, Ares del Maestrat, and Vilar de Canes—experienced bombings that killed 38 people during the Spanish Civil War. The documentary 'Experiment Stuka' examines these events, revealing that rebel propaganda falsely blamed the attacks on the republican side. It reveals the identities of the pilots responsible for the bombings, providing clarity to the victims' families and contributing to the broader understanding of the Spanish Civil War.
The film, directed by Rafa Molés, runs for 75 minutes and features a cast that includes Iván Martínez-Rufat and Andrés Luque. By focusing on specific historical events and their impact on village life, the documentary addresses a dark chapter in history, emphasizing the importance of accurate historical narratives in understanding the past.
Why Watch
- •Find out who bombed four peaceful Spanish villages.
- •See how propaganda shaped perceptions during the Spanish Civil War.
- •Meet the villagers affected by the 1938 bombings.
Did You Know
•38 people died in bombings of four villages in Castellón in May 1938.
•The bombings were falsely attributed to the republican side by rebel propaganda.
•The identities of the pilots responsible for the bombings were uncovered 80 years later.
•The Spanish Civil War lasted from 1936 to 1939.
Perfect For
Spanish Civil War historyWorld War II studiesMilitary aviation enthusiasts