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Spain names Juan Carlos heir to Franco era throne
A Cortes delegation informed Juan Carlos de Borbon that he was chosen as heir to the throne, with Franco maintaining power as chief of state until retirement or death. The prince, 31, will take an oath of loyalty tonight as Spain’s National Movement governs. Don Juan, exiled in Portugal, has abdicated his claim.
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