The Spanish Foreign Legion, Men at Arms 161, Osprey
- Brand: Osprey
- Product Code: D18887 [29792]
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- Date added: 21/06/2024
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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.