A significant moment in Spanish history unfolded on February 23, 1981, when General Antonio Tejero attempted a coup dӎtat. On that day, Tejero stormed the Spanish Congress and fired several shots within the hemicycle, although the exact number remains unspecified. The event has recently resurfaced in the media, particularly due to the delicate health condition of Tejero. Reports have circulated about his passing, which his family has had to deny, stating he is still alive but in serious condition.
In a recent interview with Antena 3, Ángel Flores, a camera operator present during the coup, shared his harrowing experience. He recounted being lined up as if for execution, recalling a guard”s chilling ultimatum: “Move aside or I”ll kill you.” Flores described the overwhelming tension and fear that permeated the atmosphere as he continued to work while military personnel attempted to seize control of the broadcast networks.
Reflecting on those traumatic hours, Flores expressed the anxiety felt by everyone in the Congress, uncertain about what would happen next. The significance of this event in Spain”s political history continues to resonate, particularly now as the media closely follows the health status of Antonio Tejero.
