How effectively did Franco establish a 'new state'? (white textbook)) Flashcards
1
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Aims of ‘new state’
A
- desired an ‘organic democracy’
- reinvigorate the importance of the church
- win over ‘old elites’ in order to secure power
- suppress opposition by any means necessary
- create a society that reflected values of order + national unity
2
Q
What is an ‘organic democracy’?
A
when a ruler holds the power but their rule benefits the people
3
Q
What were the 3 components of the Government Structure?
A
Head of Government of the Spanish State
Cabinet
Cortes
4
Q
What was the Head of Gov of the Spanish State?
A
France
- declared by decree
5
Q
When did Franco become Head of Gov?
A
21 September 1936
- during CW
6
Q
What was the Cabinet?
A
most senior committee - Franco’s most senior ministers reflecting different groups supporting the regime
- e.g. Falange, devout Catholics, monarchists, senior military figures
7
Q
When was the Cortes revived by Franco?
A
1942
8
Q
What was the Cortes?
A
this time - advisors not elected but instead appointed by Franco
they could offer advice but NOT make laws
no power independent of Franco
