Salford deserves an International Brigade monument
JACK YOUD explains why local activists and trade unionists are raising funds to honour the city’s volunteers who fought for liberty in Spain
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RECENT waves of far-right-fuelled riots have shaken many of the country’s most vulnerable areas. Yet, despite being one of the most deprived local authorities, Salford has thankfully avoided such unrest.
The reasons why Salford remained calm are debatable, especially considering past far-right rallies led by figures like Tommy Robinson. However, one thing is clear — complacency is not an option.
This is why many Salfordians are campaigning for a monument to honour the city’s volunteers who fought fascism during the Spanish civil war as members of the International Brigades.
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