24th Battalion (International Brigade)
| 24 Battalion | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1937–1938 |
| Country |
 Cuba |
| Allegiance |
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| Branch |
 International Brigades |
| Type | Battalion – Infantry |
| Role | Home Defence |
| Part of | XV International Brigade |
| Engagements | Spanish Civil War |
The 24 Battalion was a unit of the International Brigades made up of Cuban volunteers during the Spanish Civil War.[1][2][3] The Battalion served in the XV International Brigade and was later moved to a Spanish unit.
History
It was founded on 14 March 1937 and was formed mainly by Cuban volunteers. On 10 November 1937 it was moved to one of the Spanish mixed brigades.
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