According to a recent national survey, one in five Spaniards believe the 36-year Franco dictatorship was either 'good' or 'very good' for the country.
The survey, conducted by Spain's state pollster, the Centro de Investigaciones Sociologicas (CIS), found that 21.3% of respondents view Franco's rule positively.
The results showed that young adults aged 18 to 24 shared a similar view, with an affinity for the dictator.
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The poll was published just weeks before the 50th anniversary of Franco's death on November 20, 1975.
Author's summary: One in five Spaniards view Franco's rule positively.