Espagne 1936: La démocratie assassinée

This conference at Fnac St Lazare brings together historians Célia Keren, Mercedes Yusta, and Pierre Salmon to discuss the Spanish Civil War. Keren presents her book *La cause des enfants*, which examines the evacuation of nearly 15,000 children from Republican Spain to France, exploring the humanitarian mobilization behind this little-known phenomenon. Salmon and Yusta co-author *La Guerre d’Espagne 1936-1939. La démocratie assassinée*, a new history of the conflict that delves into the long-term erosion of democracy by reactionary forces and the daily experiences of those who lived through it.

The event offers a deep dive into a pivotal episode of 20th-century European history, followed by a book signing session. Attendees can expect a thoughtful discussion on the political and social dimensions of the war, including the roles of international actors like Mussolini, Hitler, and the USSR. This is a unique opportunity to engage with recent scholarship and archival discoveries that shed light on the Spanish Civil War's enduring legacy.