Veli Dedi | |
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Born | Medveđa | April 5, 1912
Died | Tirana, Albania | February 3, 1995 (aged 82)
Allegiance | Albania Spanish Republic |
Service/ | LANÇ International Brigades Albanian People's Army |
Rank | General, Commander |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Hero of the People |
Veli Musa Dedi (5 April 1912 – 3 February 1995),[1] was a notable Albanian general, serving as the Technical Director of the Albanian People's Army and commanding the garrison of Tirana. He played a significant role in the Spanish Civil War[2][3] and served in France during World War II, notably participating in the Battle of Marseille in 1944.[4][5][6]