Dimitrov Battalion
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The Dimitrov Battalion was part of the International Brigades during the Spanish Civil War. It was the 18th battalion formed, and was named after Georgi Dimitrov, a Bulgarian communist and General Secretary of the Comintern in that period.
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Dimitrov Battalion | |
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Active | 1936–1938 |
Country | Bulgaria, Greece and Yugoslavia |
Allegiance | Spain |
Branch | International Brigades |
Type | Battalion – Infantry |
Part of | XV International Brigade, 45th International Division Reserve, CXXIX International Brigade |
Mascot(s) | Georgi Dimitrov |
Engagements | Battle of Jarama |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Franc Rozman Josef Pavel |
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