The hand that died for Spain

La Mano is a memorial in Stockholm. Created by Liss Eriksson, it stands near Katarinavägen on Södermalm. The memorial is made of red vologretit granite and was completed in 1977. Göran Lange also created the 'Spain map' stone nearby, which contains the most important battles of the Spanish Civil War, mentioned in the quote on the base of the memorial. The quote on the base was written by Sixten Rogeby, who was a Spanish volunteer himself. A smaller brass copy of the statue can be found in Skövde.

* This memorial is a tribute to the Swedish volunteers who fought for democracy in the Spanish Civil War. La Mano, or 'the hand', was created to remember the thousands of Swedes who travelled to Spain to join the fight against General Francisco Franco's Nationalist forces. Many of these volunteers fought in the International Brigades, a multi-national force of volunteers who fought for the Spanish Republic. The memorial is shaped like a hand, symbolizing a gesture of solidarity and support.

* The memorial stands near Katarinavägen, a busy road on Södermalm, one of Stockholm's main islands. It is easily accessible by foot, car, or public transportation. The memorial is surrounded by a park, making it a peaceful and tranquil place to visit. * The memorial is an important part of Swedish history, and a reminder of the contributions made by Swedish volunteers during the Spanish Civil War. It is also a symbol of the close ties between Sweden and Spain, and the ongoing friendship and cooperation between the two countries. Visitors can pay their respects and learn more about the history of the memorial and the volunteers it honours.

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