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Spain and Soviet readiness in 1939

Spain and the Soviet Union enter a brief comparison of military readiness in 1939.

Military Preparedness World War II

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Question

How did other powers' readiness in 1939 compare with Germany and Italy?

Short answer

Spain and the Soviet Union are raised as other powers that were not well prepared, without a clear ranking.

Notes

Spain and the Soviet Union are offered as examples of powers that were not well prepared in 1939. The precise ranking against Germany and Italy is unclear.