VOICED : Spanish civil war survivor calls for apology from authorities

Luis recounts his experiences during the Spanish Civil War, joining a Republican battalion at 19. Despite lacking resources, he served as a messenger. He witnessed the German bombing of Guernica and the chaos that followed. After Franco's victory in 1939, Luis fled to France, where he was detained. His skills earned him a job in a camp, while others were forced into labor. Luis reflects on the importance of sharing these stories, as many remain unaware of the war's true impact. He supports an investigation into Franco-era crimes, seeking justice and acknowledgment for past atrocities.

What role did Luis play in the Basque Country during the Spanish Civil War?

• He was a pilot.

• He was a medical officer.

• He was a walking telephone, carrying messages.

• He was a combat soldier.

Who did Franco blame for the bombing of Guernica?

• The Republican resistance

• The German army

• The Basque government

• The Italian forces

What happened to Luis when he tried to return to Spain in 1939?

• He was sent to a military camp.

• He was welcomed back by Franco's government.

• He was arrested at the border.

• He successfully returned and joined the resistance.

What did Luis do in the camp in France?

• He built roads.

• He was a guard.

• He worked as a cook.

• He processed documents due to his typing skills.

What does Luis want from the Spanish authorities regarding the Civil War?

• A financial compensation

• An apology for the war

• A new investigation into the war

• A monument in his honor