Antonio Tejero, the Civil Guard officer who led the infamous failed coup attempt in Spain in 1981, has died at the age of 93. Tejero’s dramatic effort to overthrow the fledgling Spanish democracy marked a pivotal moment in the country’s transition from dictatorship to constitutional monarchy. His death closes the chapter on a controversial figure whose actions tested the resilience of Spain’s democratic institutions during a critical period in its modern history.
Antonio Tejero and the 1981 Coup Attempt Legacy in Modern Spain
Antonio Tejero’s place in Spain’s modern history is indelible, symbolizing a dramatic attempt to halt the country’s democratic transition. On February 23, 1981, Tejero, a lieutenant colonel of the Civil Guard, stormed the Congress of Deputies with armed officers, aiming to overthrow the fledgling democratic government. The coup, known as 23-F, ultimately failed due to the firm stand of King Juan Carlos I and the loyalty of the majority of Spain’s military….
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Author : Sophia Davis
Publish date : 2026-02-26 22:53:00
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