jul 12, 1936 - Jose Calvo Sotelo's Death
Description:
Sotelo was assassinated on July 12th, 1936 by the bodyguards of a socialist party leader by the name of Indalecio Prieto. Sotelo was often associated with the Falange party. He was also a deputy for the right-wing Spanish revival group. His assassination was very significant because it triggered the beginning of the military coup.Added to timeline:
Date:
jul 12, 1936
Now
~ 89 years ago