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Julio Salvador y Díaz-Benjumea
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| Minister of the Air of Spain | |
| In office 30 October 1969 – 31 December 1973 |
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| Prime Minister | Francisco Franco Luis Carrero Blanco |
| Preceded by | José Lacalle Larraga |
| Succeeded by | Mariano Cuadra Medina |
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| Born |
Julio Salvador y Díaz-Benjumea
22 May 1910 Cádiz, Kingdom of Spain |
| Died | 22 June 1987 (aged 77) Madrid, Spain |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | .svg){kind=small} Spanish Armed Forces |
| Years of service | 1925–1987 |
Julio Salvador y Díaz-Benjumea (born May 22, 1910 – died June 22, 1987) was an important Spanish general. He served as the Minister of the Air of Spain from 1969 to 1973. This was during a time in Spain known as the Francoist dictatorship.
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Early Life and Military Career
Julio Salvador y Díaz-Benjumea was born in Cádiz, Spain. He began his career in the military at a young age. He joined the Spanish Armed Forces in 1925. This was the start of a long and dedicated service to his country.
Rising Through the Ranks
Over the years, Julio Salvador y Díaz-Benjumea gained experience. He became a skilled officer in the Spanish military. His hard work and dedication helped him move up. He held various positions before becoming a general.
Minister of the Air
In 1969, Julio Salvador y Díaz-Benjumea was given a very important job. He became the Minister of the Air of Spain. This role meant he was in charge of the country's air force. He oversaw many aspects of air defense and aviation.
Key Responsibilities
As Minister of the Air, he was responsible for several things. These included managing the air force's operations. He also worked on improving its technology and training. His time in office lasted for about four years. He served under Francisco Franco and later Luis Carrero Blanco.
Later Life and Legacy
Julio Salvador y Díaz-Benjumea finished his term as Minister in 1973. He continued to be a respected figure in Spain. He passed away in Madrid in 1987. His career showed a long commitment to public service.
