Antonio Tejero, the Civil Guard officer who shook Spain with his daring 1981 coup attempt, has died at the age of 93. His audacious move stands as a pivotal chapter in Spain’s path to democracy.
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Forty-five years after Spain’s gripping 1981 coup attempt, the true extent of military and political involvement still lies cloaked in mystery. As the nation reflects, fiery debates over transparency and accountability continue to spark conversations across the country
Antonio Tejero Molina, 93, the Spanish colonel infamous for orchestrating the dramatic and ultimately failed 1981 coup attempt known as 23-F, has died. His daring move left an indelible mark on a pivotal moment in Spain’s path to democracy