1936

In 1936, the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War had a significant impact on the Canary Islands. Following the military uprising on July 18, the islands quickly fell under the control of Francoist forces. This control was facilitated by the presence of General Francisco Franco, who had been stationed in the Canary Islands as a military commander shortly before the coup. The strategic location of the islands made them a key point for communications and supply during the conflict. The establishment of the Franco regime in the Canary Islands brought severe repression against Republican sympathizers and the imposition of an authoritarian order. This period marked the beginning of nearly four decades of dictatorship in Spain, profoundly affecting the political, social, and economic life of the islands. The Civil War left a lasting mark on the collective memory of the Canary Islands, being a crucial chapter in their contemporary history.