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El Africano Info

(1886–1941) was nicknamed "El Africano" due to his intense focus on Spain's colonial interests in North Africa.

His "Africanist" views and support for military campaigns in the Rif region (Morocco) were defining—and controversial—aspects of his rule. 📚 Literature: "L'Africain" by J.M.G. Le Clézio El Africano

He was the King of Spain from birth until the proclamation of the Second Republic in 1931. (1886–1941) was nicknamed "El Africano" due to his

Originally composed by Calixto Ochoa as a cumbia, it has been covered by many artists, including La Sonora Dinamita and Los Melódicos . Le Clézio He was the King of Spain

Famous for the 1983 merengue version featuring his orchestra and singer Rubby Pérez. Listen to it on Spotify .

The title is also used for a classic tango composed by Eduardo Pereyra. 👑 History: King Alfonso XIII of Spain