he lived in a small room that was originally a garage located in the streets of Herrera. From there, he sometimes walked to a cafe that was located on the Avenue. There he met with old friends and comrades with whom he talked of politics and on military and social issues. In September 1973, Franco entered the Hospital Americano because of his serious condition and did not come out alive. He was visited by Colonel Arturo Bray, with whom he maintained an enmity over 30 years. Colonel Rafael Franco died on September 16, 1973. One of the largest flower wreaths were sent by Arturo Bray. The inscription read: "To a great patriot." References External links "Biografia De Presidentes Del Paraguay." BuenasTareas.com, October 2011. 1896 births 1973 deaths People from Asunción Revolutionary Febrerista Party politicians Presidents of Paraguay Leaders ousted by a coup Paraguayan Army officers Paraguayan military personnel of the Chaco War