António de Oliveira Salazar (1889–1970) Flashcards
When did Antonio de Oliveira Salazar serve as Prime Minister of Portugal?
1932 to 1968
What was the name of the authoritarian regime established by Salazar?
Estado Novo (New State)
Fill in the blank: Salazar was known for his ________ reforms that stabilized Portugal’s economy.
economic
Which university did Salazar attend, where he studied economics and law?
University of Coimbra
Why is Salazar credited with stabilizing Portugal in the late 1920s and early 1930s?
His strict fiscal policies balanced the budget and curtailed Portugal’s debt.
What role did Salazar hold before becoming Prime Minister of Portugal?
Minister of Finance
How did Salazar’s regime suppress political opposition?
Through censorship, a secret police (PIDE), and banning of political opposition.
True or False: Salazar supported decolonization and granted independence to Portugal’s African colonies.
False
Which war effort did Salazar’s refusal to decolonize Portugal lead to?
Wars of independence in Angola, Mozambique, and Guinea
During which global conflict did Salazar maintain Portugal’s neutrality?
World War II
How did Salazar handle Portugal’s colonial empire during his time in power?
He fiercely defended it and refused to decolonize, leading to prolonged colonial wars.
Fill in the blank: Salazar’s regime is often cited as one of Europe’s ________-lasting dictatorships.
longest
What happened to Salazar in 1968 that ended his active role as Prime Minister?
He suffered a cerebral hemorrhage, leaving him incapacitated.
What significant political event ended the Estado Novo regime in 1974?
The Carnation Revolution
How is Salazar remembered today?
He is seen both as a stabilizer of Portugal and a dictator who stifled progress and democracy.
