Historical Memory
The newspaper Diario de León has gifted a 2026 calendar featuring a photo of dictator Francisco Franco to illustrate June, sparking criticism for normalizing Francoism in a province scarred by repression. The Foro por la Memoria de León and political figures have denounced the decision as inappropriate and incompatible with democratic memory. The newspaper has not responded to requests for comment.
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Javier Rotaeche Mosquera, born in Santander in 1939, became the first democratic mayor of Ramales de la Victoria from 1979 to 1983, devoting his life to promoting culture, education, and community welfare in the Cantabrian municipality. At 86, he was named adoptive son in 2023 for over 58 years of public service. His legacy includes founding neighborhood and cultural associations that transformed local life.