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Francisco Franco going for a drive through the Paseo
Francisco Franco going for a drive through the Paseo de la Castellana in Madrid after presiding the Parade of the Victory. He is with the Minister of the Army, Juan Casta 1964
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1892 1964 1975 1982 Automobile Automobiles Bahamonde Casta Castellana Drive Francisco Franco Institution Institutional Institutions Juan Mena Minister Parade Paseo Photographic Photographies Policies Politicians Presiding Spaniard Spaniards Victory
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This photograph captures the moment when Francisco Franco, the Spanish dictator from 1939 to 1975, takes a leisurely drive through the Paseo de la Castellana in Madrid after presiding over the Parade of Victory in 1964. Franco, dressed in a formal suit and hat, sits comfortably in the back seat of an open-top car, while Juan Castañejo, the Minister of the Army, rides alongside in the front. The scene exudes an air of triumph and authority, as Franco basks in the adulation of the crowds lining the streets. The Paseo de la Castellana, a grand boulevard in the heart of Madrid, was the perfect setting for Franco's victory parade. The wide avenue, adorned with trees and elegant buildings, symbolized the prosperity and stability that Franco promised to bring to Spain after the tumultuous years of the Spanish Civil War. The photograph, taken in 1964, was taken by renowned Spanish photographer José María Bahamonde (1892-1975), who captured many significant moments in Spanish history. The image is in color, adding vibrancy to the scene and highlighting the rich textures of Franco's uniform and the cars in the background. The photograph is a poignant reminder of a period in Spanish history marked by political instability and authoritarian rule. Franco's policies, which included the suppression of political opposition and the promotion of traditional values, were controversial and divisive. Yet, this image offers a glimpse into the public face of Franco, a leader who presented himself as a strong and decisive figure, beloved by many Spaniards. The photograph also features a horse-drawn carriage and horses in the background, adding a sense of tradition and history to the scene. As Franco and Castañejo drive by, the horses and their riders seem to stand still in time, a reminder of the past and the enduring spirit of Spain.
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