
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Sam Wild, Commander of the British Battalion of the International Brigade in the Spanish Civil War lived here 1940 - 1959. Recorded plaque organisation: Manchester City Council.
Sam Wild was a notable figure who commanded the British Battalion of the International Brigade during the Spanish Civil War, fighting against fascism; he resided at this location from 1940 to 1959.
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