Spanish Civil War / Blue Division Volunteer Collection

[Aldo]

Thank you Gentlemen for the comments. I'll be adding one more M26 with a different look soon. Michael, you'll recognize the type of helmet from a thread you posted years ago for a friend.

Regards, Al

[Aldo]

The other helmet arrived today, an M26 painted in light grey with yellow stencil insignia as used by the Policia Armada aka "Los Grises" I believe these were used immediately post war during the Franco regime.

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[Aldo]

I found three photographs taken by a family member in Spain in the 1970's. Great photo's of a military parade of Franco's troops and armored vehicles. Note the model Z M42/79 helmet with the National eagle attached on the front.

[Aldo]

I added two nice ring to my Spanish collection.

A Falange party ring

A Traditional Carlistas ring

[TabsTabs1964]

Nice pair, Aldo.

Regards
Santi

[toot]

they are both KILLER! thanks for sharing them with us!

[Aldo]

A small Republican / Loyalist button added to the collection....

A few Republican related items



Allocated to the pin box





And Falange party pin

[Brig]

Just thought I'd revisit this after learning that a (very) distant cousin served in Franco's Air Force during the Spanish revolution and beyond. Gives me a new appreciation for the subject.

[Aldo]

Thanks Brig, I've been neglecting this thread. I forgot to post this additional Air Force wing I acquired earlier this year. See post #7 on the link below

Spanish Blue Squadron pilot wing

[Aldo]

I just picked up this beautifully enameled badge as worn by nurses affiliated with the Falange party. These are often described as used during civil war era and and subsequently with the Blue division during WWII. Many of these are serial numbered this one is not. A neat little badge for a small price.