Juan Carlos' Memoir: A Royal's Journey

Former Spanish King Juan Carlos, in his new memoir, reflects on his life and reign, sharing achievements, regrets, and hopes for reconciliation. Born in Rome, he was groomed by Franco to succeed him, implementing democratic reforms and saving Spain from a military coup. However, his public image was tarnished by lavish spending, corruption scandals, and a controversial elephant-hunting trip. After self-exile in the UAE, he returned to Spain, paying back taxes, but remains a liability for the monarchy. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.