When and where was Francisco Franco born?
Francisco Franco was born on the 4th of December 1892 in the Calle Frutos Saavedra of Ferrol, Galicia. He entered the Infantry Academy in Toledo at age fourteen.
Questions about Francisco Franco
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How did Francisco Franco rise to become a general so quickly?
Franco became a brigadier general on the 3rd of February 1926, which is said to be the youngest general in Europe. This rapid promotion followed his leadership during the Rif War and his role in the Spanish Army of Africa.
What happened during the Asturian miners strike of 1934?
On the 4th of October 1934, striking miners in Asturias began occupying towns and attacking Civil Guard barracks. Franco commanded operations to suppress the violent insurgency, resulting in an estimated death toll between 1,200 and 2,000 people.
How did Francisco Franco begin the Spanish Civil War in 1936?
The Army of Africa rebelled on the 17th of July 1936, one day earlier than planned. A privately owned DH 89 De Havilland Dragon Rapide was chartered in England on the 11th of July by pilots Cecil Bebb and Hugh Pollard to take Franco to Africa.
Why did Francisco Franco refuse to enter World War II as an Axis power?
Franco pursued a policy of non-belligerence because Spain was recovering from the recent civil war. He made demands including large supplies of food and fuel plus Spanish control over Gibraltar that proved too much for Hitler to accept.
When did Francisco Franco die and what was his legacy regarding democracy?
Francisco Franco died in 1975 aged 82 and is entombed in the Valley Fallen. He restored the monarchy in his final years, which succeeded King Juan Carlos who led the Spanish transition to democracy.