The collaboration led to a dictatorship for the king.
There was no effective political system; the restoration failed because what Primo de Rivera did did not work.
The only figurehead was the head of state, Alfonso XIII.
Alfonso XIII decided whether to appoint a head of government to support the Republicans.
Berenguer's government grew, and opposition united.
Phase Two: August 1930 - Pact of San Sebastian
Formed by several Republican parties, nationalists, and some socialists.
An agreement was made to organize an effort to overthrow the king.
Upon overthrowing the king, an interim government would be formed, and elections would be called to establish a constituent government.
Months passed, and a revolutionary committee was formed (composed of the parties from the San Sebastian Pact).
The PSOE joined the revolutionary committee, leading to the formation of the Socialist-Republican coalition.
December 1930: The Jaca Uprising and Four Winds Event
Jaca: Two captains drew troops into the streets and proclaimed a republic. These captains were named Hernández and Galán.
Air Base at Four Winds: There was also a threat of revolt by Ramón Franco (brother of Francisco Franco). Leaflets were distributed from a plane, but it landed, proclaiming the republic in Portugal.
Consequences of the Events
1st Consequence: A change of government occurred, and Admiral Aznar was appointed as the new head of government.
2nd Consequence: The king's discredit increased significantly because he signed the executions of Galán and García Hernández.
Government of Admiral Aznar
The government initiated municipal elections as a preliminary step towards national elections.
The opposition presented a united front in the Republican Socialist coalition.
The atmosphere suggested that the elections would serve as a plebiscite on whether the public desired a monarchy or a republic.
April 1931: Proclamation of the Second Republic
Municipal elections were held, and the vote results were significant.
People took to the streets in demonstrations proclaiming the republic.
On April 14, the revolutionary committee met with the Director General of the Civil Guard, who only offered protection to the border.
On April 14, the revolutionary committee abdicated, the socialists were released from jail, and a provisional government was established, proclaiming the Second Republic.
