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Franco's Escape
- A spy and a reporter plotted to smuggle Franco from the Canary Islands to Morocco during the onset of the Spanish Civil War.
- This secret mission, aided by the British, aimed to unite Franco with his troops in Morocco.
Franco's Military Background
- Franco commanded the colonial army in Morocco, experienced in conquering with superior weaponry.
- This experience shaped his brutal approach in the Spanish Civil War.
Franco's Image Management
- Upon arriving in Morocco, Franco prioritized establishing a press office to control his image.
- This focus on propaganda highlighted his ambition for leadership beyond military victory.