The Lincoln Battalion: The Story Of The Americans Who Fought In Spain In The International Brigades (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164505648)

""The Lincoln Battalion: The Story Of The Americans Who Fought In Spain In The International Brigades"" by Edwin Rolfe is a historical account of the American volunteers who fought in the Spanish Civil War as part of the International Brigades. The book offers a detailed narrative of the formation, training, and deployment of the Lincoln Battalion, which was composed of American volunteers who were committed to fighting against fascism and supporting the Republican cause in Spain. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the political and social context of the conflict, including the rise of fascism in Europe and the political tensions that led to the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War. The book also offers a vivid portrayal of the experiences of the American volunteers, including their struggles with language barriers, the harsh conditions of war, and their interactions with Spanish civilians. Through interviews, personal accounts, and historical documents, the author provides a compelling and informative account of the role of the Lincoln Battalion in the Spanish Civil War and its impact on American history. Overall, ""The Lincoln Battalion"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Spanish Civil War, the International Brigades, and the role of American volunteers in the conflict.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Edwin Rolfe
ISBN-10: 1164505645
ISBN-13: 9781164505648
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 352
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.51lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d