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Francisco Franco (first line, fourth left side) and Jos頍 illᮭ Astray (at his right) during the ceremony giving the Legions sabre of honour. Ministry of the War in Madrid, 1927. Date: 1927
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Astray Ceremony Fourth Francisco Franco Giving Honour Jose Legion Millan Ministry Sabre 1927
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This historic photograph captures a significant moment in Spanish political history, as General Francisco Franco (fourth from the left) and José Millán Astray (at Franco's right) are seen bestowing the Legion's sabre of honor during a ceremony held at the Ministry of War in Madrid in 1927. Franco, a key figure in the Nationalist forces during the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), is dressed in his military uniform, adorned with numerous decorations and insignia. Astray, a prominent military leader and founder of the legendary "Blue Division" of the Spanish Civil War, stands proudly by Franco's side. The ceremony marked a crucial period in Franco's rise to power, as he continued to consolidate his control over the Nationalist forces in the lead up to the Spanish Civil War. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the political and military landscape of Spain during the 1920s, providing valuable insights into the complex web of alliances and power struggles that shaped the country's history.
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