Historical Events tagged with "labor law"

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Politics & Government

Atocha Massacre in Madrid During Democracy Transition

January 24th, 1977 48 years ago

On January 24, 1977, a group of armed individuals attacked the labor lawyers' office in Atocha, Madrid, leading to the deaths of five lawyers. The attack was carried out by far-right extremists who targeted the lawyers for their involvement in the labor movement and support for workers' rights. This event highlighted the tensions during Spain's transition to democracy, which followed the end of Francisco Franco's dictatorship.

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