Francisco Franco
Spanish Dictator Francisco Franco's rule over Spain is discussed. The clip includes footage of one of his speeches and a description by author Adam Hochschild of his efforts to control the Spanish people.
Description
Spanish Dictator Francisco Franco's rule over Spain is discussed. The clip includes footage of one of his speeches and a description by author Adam Hochschild of his efforts to control the Spanish people.
Bell Ringer Assignment
- How long was Francisco Franco the head of Spain?
- What restrictions did Francisco Franco have in space in Spain?
- According to Adam HochSchild, how did Francisco Franco suppress “democratic feelings”?
- How was Franco’s rule an example of totalitarianism?
Additional Resource
Participants
Vocabulary
- Dictator
- Dissent
- Free Press
- Popular Will
- Senility
- Totalitarian