Biography of general francisco franco

Francisco Franco was a Spanish military general who became Spain&#;s leader near the end of the Spanish Civil War in His dictatorship lasted until his death in November The legacy of his regime is marred by appalling breaches of human rights and the murders of many thousands of civilians.

Francisco Franco ‑ Biography, Facts & Death - HISTORY

In modern Spain, all state owned statuary and commemorative plaques dedicated to Franco have been removed. Any private institutions that continue to display Franco commemorative material are unable to receive state aid. All streets and areas named in honor of Franco have been renamed.

Early years

Franco was born in Ferrol, Spain in Several generations of his family on his father&#;s side had built successful careers in the Spanish naval service.

Franco&#;s father wanted his son to keep up the family naval tradition, but due to an embargo on recruitment into the naval academy, Franco decided to join the army in

Africa

Franco graduated as a lieutenant in After serving in mainland Spain for Toggle share options MIZI