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Pablo Martín Alonso
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| Minister of the Army of Spain | |
| In office 11 July 1962 – 11 February 1964 |
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| Prime Minister | Francisco Franco |
| Preceded by | Antonio Barroso Sánchez-Guerra |
| Succeeded by | Pedro Nieto Antúnez (acting) |
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| Born |
Pablo Martín Alonso
10 July 1896 Ferrol, Galicia, Kingdom of Spain |
| Died | 11 February 1964 (aged 67) Madrid, Spanish State |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | .svg){kind=small} Spanish Armed Forces |
| Years of service | 1911–1964 |
Pablo Martín Alonso (born July 10, 1896 – died February 11, 1964) was an important Spanish general. He served as the Minister of the Army of Spain from 1962 to 1964. This was during a time in Spain known as the Francoist dictatorship, when Francisco Franco was in charge.
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Early Life and Military Career
Pablo Martín Alonso was born in Ferrol, a city in the region of Galicia, Spain. He was born when Spain was still a kingdom. He decided to join the military at a young age. His career in the Spanish Armed Forces began in 1911.
Rising Through the Ranks
Over many years, Pablo Martín Alonso worked his way up in the army. He gained experience and showed leadership skills. His military service lasted for a very long time, from 1911 until his death in 1964. This means he served for over 50 years.
Minister of the Army
In 1962, Pablo Martín Alonso was given a very important job. He became the Minister of the Army for Spain. This role meant he was in charge of the entire Spanish Army. He worked directly under Francisco Franco, who was the head of the Spanish government at that time.
Key Responsibilities
As Minister of the Army, Pablo Martín Alonso was responsible for many things. He oversaw the training of soldiers and the equipment they used. He also helped make important decisions about Spain's defense. His job was to ensure the army was strong and ready.
Time in Office
He served as Minister of the Army for about two years. His term started on July 11, 1962. It ended on February 11, 1964, which was the day he passed away. Before him, Antonio Barroso Sánchez-Guerra held the position. After his death, Pedro Nieto Antúnez took over as acting minister.
Later Life and Legacy
Pablo Martín Alonso died in Madrid, the capital city of Spain, on February 11, 1964. He was 67 years old. He is remembered for his long service in the Spanish military. He also held one of the highest military positions in the country.
