Issues in Spain 1930-31 LEADERSHIP Flashcards
1
Q
Who ruled before Sept 1923?
A
King Alfonso XIII
2
Q
Who took over from the King and when?
A
General Primo de Rivera in September 1923
3
Q
How did PDR take over?
A
A bloodless coup in 1923
4
Q
Why was there a change in leadership from King A XIII
A
Corruption + Military weakness associated with the monarchy caused social unrest
5
Q
What happened to A after the change in leadership?
A
- still involved on the political scene
- he was supportive of the new regime
- bc maintained the established order, historian Raymond Carr described as ‘Nation, Church, King’
6
Q
How long was PDR meant to hold power for?
A
90 days
7
Q
How long did PDR actually hold power for?
A
Just under 7 years
8
Q
Did PDR quell the growing social unrest?
A
No, the regime became weak + unpopular + lacked clear leadership + was unable to deal with the various socio-economic issues
9
Q
When did PDR resign?
A
January 1930
