XII International Brigade
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The XII International Brigade was mustered on 7 November 1936 at Albacete, Spain. It was formerly named the Garibaldi Brigade, after the most famous and inspiring leader in the Italian Independence Wars, General Giuseppe Garibaldi.
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XII International Brigade Garibaldi Brigade | |
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Active | 1936–1939 |
Country | Mostly Italian |
Allegiance | Spain |
Branch | International Brigades |
Type | Mixed Brigade - Infantry |
Role | Home Defence |
Part of | 14th Division (1937) 11th Division (1937) 35th Division (1937) 45th Division (1937–1939) |
Garrison/HQ | Albacete, Barcelona |
Nickname(s) | Brigada Garibaldi |
Engagements | Spanish Civil War |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Máté Zalka Randolfo Pacciardi |
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