Francos Timeline By WardenWars Dec 4, 1892 Francos Birth Franco, future dictator of spain is born Jan 9, 1907 Franco Sent to Infantry Academy Apr 27, 1912 Franco Stationed in Morocco Jul 15, 1916 Francos Rise to power Franco declares himself dictator over Spain Apr 27, 1920 Franco Becomes Second In Command of Foreign Legion Apr 27, 1923 Franco Becomes Commander of Foreign Legion Jul 18, 1936 Franco Leads Coup D'Etat In Madrid Nov 15, 1936 Franco Declared Leader of Spain Nov 20, 1975 Franco Dies