Spanish Civil War: A Deep Dive into 1931-1939
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The Second Republic of Spain (1931-1936)
The Second Spanish Republic was proclaimed in 1931 after the departure of King Alfonso XIII following municipal elections largely won by Republican candidates. The Republic represented a significant shift towards modernization and social reform, driven primarily by workers and leftist parties.
Key Events of the Second Republic:
- April 1931: The Second Republic is proclaimed, and Alfonso XIII goes into exile. (PSOE - Spanish Socialist Workers' Party)
- December 1931: The Republican Constitution is approved.
- November 1933: Right-wing parties win general elections. (CEDA - Spanish Confederation of Autonomous Right-wing Groups)
- February 1936: The Popular Front (a coalition of left-wing parties) wins the general elections.