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'Fifth column' - origin?

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Leda74 | 02:06 Wed 29th Jan 2003 | Phrases & Sayings
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What is the origin of the phrase 'fifth column'? To me, it sounds of military provenance, but I can't go further than that. Any answers??
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From the Spanish Civil War. Franco's forces (usually) attacked in 4 columns - with the "Fifth Column" being sympathisers within the attacked town/city.
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