13th Division (Nationalist Spain)
Military unit
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The 13th Division also known as The Black Hand was a Division of the Nationalist faction during the Spanish Civil War.
| 13th Division | |
|---|---|
| Active | 16 September 1936 â 20 August 1943 |
| Country |  Spain |
| Type | Infantry |
| Role | Shock troops |
| Part of | I Army Corps |
| Nickname | The Black Hand |
| Engagements | Spanish Civil War |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Fernando Barrón |
History
Spanish Civil War
The unit was formed on 16 September 1936 as the "Barrón Column".[1] It became the 13th Division in April 1937.[1]
During the Battle of Brunete, the 13th Division successfully pushed back the Republican 11th Division, capturing the town of Brunete on 26 July 1937.[2]
In 1938, during the Battle of Lleida, the 13th Division suffered a 10% casualty rate while inflicting a 40% casualty rate on the Republican 46th Division.[3]
After the Spanish Civil War
The 13th Division was disbanded on 20 August 1943 and replaced by Armoured Division No. 1 "Brunete".[4]