British Battalion
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For information relating to the World War II British Army unit, see British Battalion (Malaya 1941).
The British Battalion (1936–1938; officially the Saklatvala Battalion) was the 16th battalion of the XV International Brigade, one of the mixed brigades of the International Brigades, during the Spanish Civil War. It comprised British and Dominion volunteers.
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Shapurji Saklatvala Battalion British Battalion | |
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Active | January 1937 – October 1938 |
Country | United Kingdom |
Allegiance | Spain |
Branch | International Brigades |
Type | Battalion – Infantry |
Size | One battalion |
Part of | XV International Brigade |
Garrison/HQ | Albacete |
Nickname(s) | Batallón Británico |
Engagements | Spanish Civil War |
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