Francesc Macià

Francesc Macià was a prominent Catalan politician, known for his advocacy of Catalan independence. He served as the 122nd President of the Generalitat of Catalonia in the 1930s. He is newsworthy now because the 'Casa Macià', the house where he lived, is being converted into a museum to commemorate the centenary of the 'Fets de Prats de Molló'. This event refers to the 1926 Prats de Molló plot, a failed attempt to liberate Catalonia during the dictatorship of Primo de Rivera, in which Macià played a central role. A foundation has been established to manage the museum project, building upon previous voluntary efforts to preserve Macià's legacy. This initiative highlights Macià's enduring significance as a symbol of Catalan nationalism and his historical role in the region's pursuit of self-determination.