The Abraham Lincoln Brigade
by Don Lawson
"Americans Fighting Fascism in the Spanish Civil War"
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The Abraham Lincoln Brigade by Don Lawson
Details
War:
Spanish Civil War
Perspective:
Guerrilla Fighters
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
Europe
Page Count:
160
Published Date:
1989
ISBN13:
9780690046977
Summary
This book chronicles the story of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade, a group of American volunteers who fought against Franco's fascist forces during the Spanish Civil War from 1936 to 1939. Don Lawson examines why these idealistic Americans, including students, workers, and intellectuals, risked their lives in a foreign conflict to defend the Spanish Republic. The narrative explores their motivations, combat experiences, and the political context of this conflict that served as a prelude to World War II. It highlights both their courage and the complexities of international involvement in Spain's civil conflict.
