• The Spanish Foreign Legion, Men at Arms 161, Osprey

The Spanish Foreign Legion, Men at Arms 161, Osprey

 

  • Brand: Osprey
  • Product Code: D18887 [29792]
  • Availability: In Stock & ready to ship!
  • Date added: 21/06/2024
  • 9.00€


Although overshadowed by its French counterpart, the Tercio de Extrangeros, 'Regiment of Foreigners' has a rich and eventful history beginning with its formation in 1920. Under the command of LtCol Millán Astray and Comandante Francisco Franco, the Spanish Foreign Legion developed into a formidable force, led by Astray's belief that 'to die in combat is the greatest honour.'

This book examines the main campaigns in which the Legion participated, from Melilla in 1921-23 until its withdrawal from the Sahara in 1976. A wealth of contemporary photographs and colour plates detail the uniforms and insignia of the Spanish Foreign Legion.

Contents:

  • The Foundation: October 1920 Melilla
  • 1921-23 Xauen and Alhucemas
  • 1924-27 Asturias and the National Rising
  • 1934-36 Civil War in Spain
  • 1936-39 Ifni- Sahara
  • 1957-58 End of a Mission
  • 1961-76 The Plates

Author: John Scurr

Illustrated by: Bryan Fosten

Publisher: Osprey Publishing

Description: 48 pages, Paperback, 248 X 185 mm. 

Condition: VERY GOOD

Shipping weight: 0.33 Kg.

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