Fifty years ago this year, Francisco Franco died. He had ruled over Spain from 1939 to 1975 as a dictator, presiding over a brutal civil war that left half a million dead. His passing marked the end of Francoist rule and the transition to democracy. But as Spain prepares to commemorate 50 years of autonomy since Franco's death with a year-long series of events, the Spanish government is warning of a resurgence in far-right activity in Europe and the rekindling of fascism. So, what has Spain achieved in the half century since Franco's demise, and how have key events shaped the country's future?
Click through the following gallery and reflect on Spain, 50 years after Franco.