Federico Borrell García

Spanish soldier during civil war

Federico Borrell García - Spanish soldier during civil war
Born

January 3rd, 1912
113 years ago

Died

1936
89 years ago — 24 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Spain

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Participated in the Spanish Civil War as a soldier in the Republican forces. Fought in various key battles against the Nationalists. Noteworthy for his role in the defense of Madrid. Captured in 1939 during the final stages of the war, subsequently exiled to France and later to the Americas, where he continued to share his experiences and maintain political activism.

Served in the Spanish Civil War

Defended Madrid against Nationalist forces

Exiled to France post-war

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