Republicanism and monarchy have contended for domination of Spain, with interruptions for military dictatorships, since the First Spanish Republic was proclaimed in 1873.

Many waved red, yellow and purple flags, ... when the dictator Francisco Franco came to power after a military coup. The Spanish monarchy was re-established in 1975 following Franco's death.

Spanish monarchy cedes power to Republicans. MADRID, April 14, 1931 (UP) ... The Republican flag was raised over the postoffice and other public buildings.

MADRID — Princess Leonor, heir to the Spanish crown, swore loyalty to the constitution on Tuesday, her 18th birthday, a legal milestone that royal watchers hope will turn the page for the monarchy ...

In Spain, Princess Leonor breathes new life into the monarchy The heiress to the throne is conscientiously preparing to reign. On October 31, her 18th birthday, she will swear an oath of loyalty ...

Princess Leonor, heir to the Spanish crown, swore loyalty to the constitution on Tuesday, her 18th birthday, a legal milestone that royal watchers hope will turn the page for the monarchy after ...

Rest of World News: Princess Leonor of Spain swore loyalty to the constitution on her 18th birthday, marking a new chapter for the monarchy after years of scandal. Her pa ...

Spain cheers as crown princess comes of age in boost for monarchy. Madrid (AFP) – Princess Leonor, heir to the Spanish crown, swore loyalty to the constitution on Tuesday, her 18th birthday, a ...

Back to homepage / Live news Spain cheers as crown princess comes of age in boost for monarchy. Madrid (AFP) – Princess Leonor, heir to the Spanish crown, swore loyalty to the constitution on ...