Julián Casanova
Julián Casanova, born in Zaragoza in 1956, is a prominent Spanish historian and professor of Contemporary History at the University of Zaragoza. Renowned for his deep explorations into the complexities of historical narratives, he has contributed significantly to the understanding of Spain's tumultuous past, particularly the Civil War and the Franco dictatorship. Casanova has taught extensively abroad, including at the Central European University in Budapest and Vienna, and has a keen interest in public discourse surrounding historical events, often utilizing traditional media and social platforms to engage with contemporary issues. His recent work includes a detailed biography of Francisco Franco, which aims to provide a nuanced perspective on the dictator's life and the broader socio-political context of Spain.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 2 | 5.00 | 0.18% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 85,397 | $1,400,000 | 2,557$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 10,186 | $89,000 | 84$ |
| Totals | 3 | 57,602,688 | 95,583 | $1,489,000 | 2,641$ |
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Recent Mentions
Dominican Republic:
Julián Casanova has written a biography of Franco focusing on his dependencies and concessions that allowed him to stay in power.
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Spain:
Julián Casanova recalls the significant death toll during the Spanish Civil War as a result of Franco's actions.
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Spain:
Casanova is a professor of Contemporary History and author of works on Franco.
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Slovenia:
Julián Casanova is currently probably the most important historian of the Spanish Civil War and one of the most respected Spanish historians overall.
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Spain:
Julián Casanova believes that it is excellent news if the archives are opened and the documentation is available.
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Spain:
Julián Casanova is a historian who wrote a biography of Franco and analyzed the Nazi's interest in him.
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Spain:
Julián Casanova provides a definitive portrait of Franco in his biography.
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Italy:
Julián Casanova is one of the historians discussing the legacy of Francisco Franco.
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Spain:
Julián Casanova wrote a book about Franco that aims to educate younger generations about the cruelty and inequalities under dictatorship.
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Spain:
Casanova offers a portrait of Franco from a 21st-century perspective.
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