José Antonio Aguirre
Spanish politician, 1st President of Basque Country
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Served as a lawyer and participated in political activities during the Spanish Civil War. As the first president of the Basque Country, established an autonomous government in 1936. During his presidency, emphasized cultural and political autonomy for the Basque people. Fled to France during the war and later to the United States, where he continued to advocate for Basque interests.
Established the autonomous government of the Basque Country
Served as the first president of the Basque Country
Advocated for Basque cultural and political rights
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