da to be killed by a sniper’s bullet when scouting during the advance on Mosquito Crest. Bill Davis of Dublin a fearless fighter fell at Villa- nueva, his clenched fist shooting up in salute as he died on the field. Williain Beattie and William Laughlin both from Belfast, both in op-— posing politico—religious factions a few years ago, came to find unity in the working—class struggle, and were close comrades in Spain. Laugh- lin was killed on July 6, Beattie on July 23.

From Major Nathan of the Brigade Staff down to the rawest re- cruit, these and others of our Brigade gave their lives for Democracy. Their memory. will always be with us, to cheer us onward to the Vic- tory for which they fought and died. In the hearts of the working class of the world they shall be remembered forever.

R. M.

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