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The forgotten battle of Abánades

Abánades, Serranía de Guadalajara, Guadalajara

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The forgotten battle of Abánades

Historical milestone · Abánades, Serranía de Guadalajara, Guadalajara

In March 1938 the front stabilised around the Cerro del Castillo, the most advanced position of the rebel troops in the sector. The engagement, known as the Forgotten Battle, left more than 7,000 casualties between the two sides and barely moved the line.

1938

Photo: Señor Historiador (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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