Veterans of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade

VALB was formed in December 1937 by U.S. volunteers returning from combat in the Spanish Civil War. VALB originally assisted wounded veterans and sought to awaken the U.S. public to the significance of the Spanish Civil War and the Loyalist cause. In later years, VALB began to address other political issues, including U.S. policy in World War II and later, Cuba, Nicaragua and Vietnam. In addition to their headquarters in New York City, VALB "Posts" developed in various cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Chicago. VALB also created a journal/newsletter, Volunteer for Liberty (later, The Volunteer).

From the description of Veterans of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade (VALB) photograph collection [graphic]. 1935-1969. (New York University). WorldCat record id: 79938882

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