pleased with its contents. Literary criticism by a semi-Fascist govern- ment usually expresses itself in concrete action and Copic found him- self in jail again »— this time for a term of three and a half years. At the trial, it was impossible to ascertain what the government most ob- jected to—Copic’s activity as editor, or Copic’s activity as secretary of the Independent Labor Party of Croatia. Impartial observers agree that the Yugoslav Governement never bothered to differentiate. It im- partially, termed each activity a danger to its own continued existence.

Three and half years in a Yugoslav prison for a habitual political offender is considered equivalent to a death sentence. But Copic had friends, many of them, both in and out of jail. They were unanimous in agreeing that a change of residence Would be highly advisable for him. The plan succeeded, but Copic has had to live in emigration ever since.

His activities in his years of exile are not fully known. Part of it was spent in study. his favorite subjects being politics, military science, lan- guages

After the Franco uprising Copic made his Way to Spain and when the XV International Brigade was formed became its Political Commis- sar. When, in the early Jarama battles, General Gall was called to a Division he handed over military command of the Brigade to Copic who has held it ever since. I

The lucky combination of political understanding and military know- ledge is manifested in his every action Whether in the field or in billets. He maintains very cordial, comra-dely relations with the men in his Brigade, and is often found enjoying with them their moments of re- laxation. In community singing his booming voice can be distinguished from a distance. His relationship with the Spanish population is equally close ~ he is most considerate of their interests, and is in turn loved by them all.

Under his command the Brigade had been twice cited for outstanding performance, in both the Brunete and Aragon offensives. Tribute to

his ability as Commander has been unwittingly paid him by the Fascists.”

Twice in January 1938, Franco officially boasted that the XV Brigade iwas “annihilated”.

Feared by the enemy, respected by the men, loved by the people — the mark of a real commander in any men’s army.

S. M.

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