Spain confronts Franco’s legacy as symbols of the dictatorship persist • FRANCE 24 English

Half a century after Franco’s death, his legacy still sparks debate in Madrid. Portraits and memorabilia glorifying the dictator are sold at markets, attracting curious buyers, including young people. Controversial Francoist monuments, like an archway and eagle shields, remain in public spaces. Left-wing city councillors and victims’ groups call for their removal, while the Spanish government plans to publish a list of symbols to be taken down—though activists say this is insufficient to address historical injustices. #Franco #Spain 🔔 Subscribe to France 24 now: https://f24.my/YTen 🔴 LIVE - Watch FRANCE 24 English 24/7 here: https://f24.my/YTliveEN 🌍 Read the latest International News and Top Stories: https://www.france24.com/en/ Like us on Facebook: https://f24.my/FBen Follow us on X: https://f24.my/Xen Bluesky: https://f24.my/BSen and Threads: https://f24.my/THen Browse the news in pictures on Instagram: https://f24.my/IGen Discover our TikTok videos: https://f24.my/TKen Get the latest top stories on Telegram: https://f24.my/TGen