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Francisco Franco's death
Spanish dictator Francisco Franco passes away, leaving Juan Carlos on the throne. Carlos indicates his interest in and support for a transformation of the spanish political system. Indtroduces democracy.
(first talk of a democratic leadership in spain) -
Government of Adolfo Suarez
Suarez attempts to dimantle Franco's system by presenting a clear political program calling for a democratic constitution and election. (significance- action is finally taken in regards to transitioning from a monarchy) -
Democratic elections
First democratic election in over four decades (seperated into UCD, PSOE,PCE, and AP). Constituent cortes begin a draft of the constitution. (Major progress, Spain is in the process of becoming a democratic country). -
Moncloa pact
An agreement amongst political parties and trade unions is passed to plan how to operate the economy during the political transition. The Spanish Constitution of 1978 is approved in a referendum on December 6, 1978. (confirms Spain as a parliamentary monarchy). -
Surez resigns
( not actually March 6th, couldn't find exact date) Suarez resigns as the head of government, Leopoldo Calvo-Sotelo is appointed in his place. ( New leader, similar approach. no significant change. Spain continues to evolve as a democratic country) -
Jose Maria Aznar
Jose Maria Aznar becomes PM. After a general election conservative Popular Party emerges as the winner but fails to win an outright majority. -
The republican guerillas
(again, not sure about the exact date) Parliament grants political recognition to the maquis (republican guerillas) who resisted nastionlist dictator Francisco Franco. -
Denouncing Franco's rule
Parliament passes a bill to denounce Franco's rule ordering the removal of all Franco-era statues and symbols from streets and buildings. (All residue of Franco's leadership is removed, the chapter is closed.) -
2008-present
Although i was unable to find two additional events that are related to spain's transition to democracy, i think it should be brought to attention that for the past few years the country has been expiriencing serious economic trouble. The unemployment rate has reached a substantial 20% of the population, and the job market is very small. Whether the country would have reached this point in recession had they maintained their previous political system or not is a topic of debate.
