British Battalion

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.

Shapurji Saklatvala Battalion
British Battalion
ActiveJanuary 1937 – October 1938
Country United Kingdom
Allegiance Spain
Branch International Brigades
TypeBattalion – Infantry
SizeOne battalion
Part ofXV International Brigade
Garrison/HQAlbacete
Nickname(s)Batallón Británico
EngagementsSpanish Civil War
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