Franco Names Juan Carlos As His Successor (1969)

Madrid, Spain.



Large crowds on the streets as the car with Spanish Fascist Dictator General Francisco Franco moves along the street followed by guardsmen on horseback. Various shots inside the Spanish parliament building as General Franco announces to the Cortes that he names Juan Carlos of Bourbon as his successor on his death or retirement - natural sound. This means that the Spain will become the monarchy again. He receives vote of confidence from Cortes, 491 to 19. Various shots as Prince Juan Carlos takes the oath. Shots of his wife, Princess Dona Sofia, seated, watching the ceremony. MS. The Prince speaking to Cortes. He receives warm ovation.



(F/G) (Separate Mag. Track in UN 4460 B)



Date found in the old record - 22/07/1969.
FILM ID:3318.01

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