Falange (Noun)
Meaning
The Spanish Nazi party under Franco.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Falange, Spain's fascist party, played a significant role in General Franco's regime.
- Founded by José Antonio Primo de Rivera in 1933, the Falange originally had limited success before merging with other fascist groups to support Franco's cause.
- General Franco's forces, comprising the Falange and Nationalist army, defeated the Republican forces in the Spanish Civil War.
- The influence of the Falange on Franco's government led to Spain's adoption of various fascist policies, including state control of industry and strict social regulations.
- Following Franco's death in 1975, the Falange steadily lost influence, ultimately giving way to Spain's transition to a democratic government.