Adolfo Baturone Colombo facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Adolfo Baturone Colombo
Minister of the Navy of Spain
In office 30 October 1969 – 9 June 1973
Prime Minister	Francisco Franco
Preceded by	Pedro Nieto Antúnez
Succeeded by	Gabriel Pita da Veiga
Personal details
Born	Adolfo Baturone Colombo (1904-02-24)24 February 1904 Cádiz, Kingdom of Spain
Died	9 November 1999(1999-11-09) (aged 95) Cádiz, Spain
Military service
Branch/service	Spanish Armed Forces
Years of service	1920–1999

Adolfo Baturone Colombo was an important Spanish admiral who lived from February 24, 1904, to November 9, 1999. He held a very important job as the Minister of the Navy for Spain between 1969 and 1973. This was during a time in Spain's history known as the Francoist dictatorship.

Who Was Adolfo Baturone Colombo?

Adolfo Baturone Colombo was born in Cádiz, a city in Spain, in 1904. He dedicated most of his life to serving his country in the navy. He joined the Spanish Armed Forces in 1920, which means he started his career when he was just 16 years old.

A Career in the Navy

As an admiral, Adolfo Baturone Colombo was a very high-ranking officer in the navy. Admirals are leaders who command ships and sailors. They are responsible for making sure the navy is strong and ready to protect the country's waters.

He spent many years working his way up through the ranks, gaining experience and showing great leadership skills. His long career in the navy prepared him for even bigger responsibilities.

Becoming Minister of the Navy

In 1969, Adolfo Baturone Colombo was chosen to become the Minister of the Navy of Spain. This is a very important government position. The Minister of the Navy is in charge of the entire navy department.

Their job includes making big decisions about naval ships, equipment, and the training of sailors. They also help set the rules and plans for how the navy operates to keep the country safe.

Serving as Minister

Adolfo Baturone Colombo served as Minister of the Navy for about four years, from October 1969 to June 1973. During this time, he worked under Francisco Franco, who was the head of the Spanish government at that time.

His role was to lead the Spanish Navy and ensure it was well-managed and effective. After his time as minister, he was succeeded by Gabriel Pita da Veiga.

Later Life

Adolfo Baturone Colombo lived a long life, passing away in 1999 at the age of 95 in his hometown of Cádiz. He is remembered for his dedication to the Spanish Navy and his service as a government minister.

See also

In Spanish: Adolfo Baturone Colombo para niños