What is another word for Francisco Franco?
Pronunciation: [fɹansˈɪskə͡ʊ fɹˈankə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
Francisco Franco was a Spanish dictator who ruled from 1939 to 1975. During his tenure, he suppressed dissent and established a one-party state, earning him a reputation as a ruthless authoritarian. Synonyms for Franco include fascist, dictator, despot, tyrant, oppressor, autocrat, and strongman. Franco's regime was marked by censorship, political repression, and a cult of personality centered on the Generalissimo himself. Although his supporters credit Franco with modernizing Spain and spurring economic growth, his critics view him as a brutal and oppressive figure who left a dark legacy. Despite his death in 1975, Franco remains a controversial and divisive figure in Spanish history.
