Ricardo Sáenz de Ynestrillas
Ricardo Sáenz de Ynestrillas is a former Spanish military officer known for his involvement in the attempted coup d'état of February 23, 1981, alongside Antonio Tejero. He played a significant role in the earlier 'Operación Galaxia,' which aimed to overthrow the Spanish government in 1978. His actions during these political upheavals have marked him as a controversial figure in Spain's history, particularly among those who view his attempts as emblematic of a nostalgic far-right sentiment in the country. He has largely remained out of the public eye following these events, but his name is often associated with the military's resistance to democratic reforms in Spain.
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Ricardo Sáenz de Ynestrillas was a captain in the army who was involved in the failed coup attempt known as Operation Galaxia.
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