Francisco Franco Rank
About Francisco Franco
Francisco Franco was a Spanish general and dictator who ruled Spain from 1939 until his death in 1975. He rose to power after overthrowing the Spanish democratic republic with military help from Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy during the Spanish Civil War. The war left about half a million people dead and Franco victorious. He then established an autocratic dictatorship during which he adopted the title of El Caudillo (The Leader). The early stage of his reign was characterized by frequent persecution and execution of political opponents as well as the censoring of the media.
Personal Life
He was married to Carmen Polo from 1923 until his death in 1975. They had a daughter named Carmen Franco.
Trivia
He restored the monarchy in Spain before he died.
Francisco Franco Rank
Francisco Franco's Popularity
Francisco Franco was a famous Spanish general and politician, who was born on December 4, 1892. As a person born on this date, Francisco Franco is listed in our database as the 8th most popular celebrity for the day (December 4) and the 2nd most popular for the year (1892).
People born on December 4 fall under the Zodiac sign of Sagittarius, the Archer. Francisco Franco is the 265th most popular Sagittarius.
Aside from information specific to Francisco Franco's birthday, Francisco Franco is the 15th most famous Spanish.
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