International Brigades in the Spanish Civil War

This chapter examines the formation and organization of the International Brigades during the Spanish Civil War, emphasizing their ties to the Communist International influenced by the Soviet Union. It discusses varying estimates of the brigades' size, the integral role of Jewish members, and critiques biases against their contributions. Additionally, the chapter highlights foreign involvement, particularly focusing on support from Italy, Germany, and Portugal, and their impact on the war's dynamics.