Antonio Tejero Dies as Spain Declassifies 1981 Military Coup Info

Spanish authorities released 150 declassified documents regarding the failed 1981 military coup following the death of its leader Antonio Tejero at 93.Pedro Sánchez published the records on the Palacio de la Moncloa website to promote transparency and historical memory of the event.The files reveal that at least six members of the intelligence services participated in the plot where 350 lawmakers were held hostage in Madrid.Juan Carlos I played a decisive role in halting the uprising after Antonio Tejero stormed parliament during a vote for a new prime minister.