Costa Rica 1948: Civil War Causes and WWII Impact

Causes of the Costa Rican Civil War in 1948

• The difficult economic situation facing the country due to the closure of European markets to exports of coffee and bananas.
• Direct government intervention in electoral matters.
• Nepotism of the rulers, favoring relatives in key government positions.
• The sit-down strike.
• Annulment of the 1948 elections by Congress.

Impact of World War II on Costa Rica

Social Impact

Most of the population was employed. However, a large sector lived in poverty due to a lack of housing and low wages.

Economic Impact

The economy depended primarily on the production and export of coffee and bananas. Cocoa and mining were in decline, while urban centers developed commerce and industry, although the labor bill was less significant.

Political Impact

Most people did not participate in elections. Traditional parties revolved around a leader and his associates, who decided the 'who' and 'how' of politics.

How was Social Security Income Divided in Costa Rica?

• Quotas enforced by the insured.
• The contributions of individual employers.
• The shares of the state.

Impact of World War II on Costa Rica

Social Impact

Most of the population was employed. However, a large sector lived in poverty due to a lack of housing and low wages.

Economic Impact

The economy depended primarily on the production and export of coffee and bananas. Cocoa and mining were in decline, while urban centers developed commerce and industry, although the labor bill was less significant.

Political Impact

Most people did not participate in elections. Traditional parties revolved around a leader and his associates, who decided the 'who' and 'how' of politics.

Careers Offered at the Opening of the UCR in 1941

• Law
• Pharmacy
• Agriculture

What was the Media Center Used for in the Study of National Problems?

Journal of the Groove.

Main Cause of the 1948 Civil War

Cancellation of the elections.

To Which Country was José Figueres Ferrer Exiled?

El Salvador.

Name of the Blocs that Faced Each Other in the Elections of February 8, 1948

National Compaction.

Three Individuals Who Led the Parade to Support Social Reform Under Calderón

• Lic. Manuel Mora
• Bishop Victor Manuel Sanabria
• Calderón Guardia

Three Countries to Which the Calderonista Government Declared War in 1941

• Japan
• Germany
• Italy