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unusual facts about Alberto Bayo


Alberto Bayo

Bayo's most significant action during the Spanish Civil War was his invasion and retreat from the islands of Ibiza and Majorca.


Battle of Majorca

After some initial tactical success, the expedition, commanded by Captain Alberto Bayo, ended in failure when the Nationalists counterattacked with ground troops and massively superior air power and drove the Republicans into the sea.


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