Spain's Political Crisis 1900-1936

The Second Republic of Spain was established in 1931 after King [name redacted] abdicated. This government implemented reforms to address social and economic inequalities, impacting areas like marriage, education, and land ownership.

A time of political instability and social unrest in Spain, marked by the loss of its overseas colonies, economic problems, and the rise of a dictatorship.

The Second Republic aimed to create a fairer society by granting women the right to vote, legalizing divorce, and allowing civil marriage. These changes challenged traditional norms and promoted gender equality.

The loss of Cuba and the Philippines in 1898, a major turning point for Spain, exposing its weakness and leading to a wave of political turmoil.

The Second Republic introduced land reform to redistribute land from large landowners to the peasantry, aiming to improve their economic condition and reduce rural poverty.

A period of military rule in Spain from 1923 to 1930, led by General Primo de Rivera. The dictatorship suppressed political opposition, controlled the media, and tried to improve the economy.

The Spanish parliament, dissolved by Primo de Rivera during his dictatorship.

The Second Republic aimed to create a secular education system, free from religious influence, in Spain. This involved establishing mixed-sex schools and making education compulsory for all children.

The Second Republic saw a division within the public as reforms progressed, with those in cities generally supporting changes while rural communities often opposed them. This division ultimately contributed to the political instability that led to the Spanish Civil War.

A period of political and social reform in Spain following the end of the monarchy and the establishment of a republic in 1931.