Spanish Civil War Begins
Pro-fascist forces revolt against the government of Spain, and civil war ensues.
In 1936, pro-fascist elements of the Spanish army, with support from the Catholic Church and monarchists, staged a violent revolt and brought down the democratically-elected government.
Supporters of the government began a resistance which led to civil war.
The conflict continued until 1939 when the fascists, under General Francisco Franco, took control.
Franco remained in power until 1975.