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The Spanish Second Republic lasted from 1931-1936 respectively. Within this short time span Spain underwent tremendous social and political upheaval as it raced to achieve significant strides in democratization after centuries of absolutist rule. The incredibly numerous and diverse political parties and ideologies that emerged during this period were the manifestations of the centuries of repressed societal, economical, technological, religious, and political movements that were prevented from entering Spain due to its monarchy and other feudalistic governing structures. The ensuing, and drastically more dramatic, Spanish Civil War (1936-1939) and the decades-long Franco dictatorship sought to destroy and erase from history many of those socio-political aspirations and ideologies, but after the return to Democracy in 1977 many of the same parties and platforms that were created in the 1930’s resurfaced and continue to lead and polarize the country of Spain today. Exactly how deep the impact of the Second Republic was and how enduring its affects, have been paid little attention, understandingly due to the proceeding civil war, world war, and authoritarian dictatorship that attract more of an audience. This work seeks to further the understanding of the Spanish Second Republic, its institutions, and its impact on Spanish politics today.
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