First government of Francisco Franco Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids 1st government of Francisco Franco
Government of Spain
1938–1939

Date formed	31 January 1938
Date dissolved	9 August 1939
People and organisations
Head of State	Francisco Franco
Prime Minister	Francisco Franco
Deputy Prime Minister	Francisco Gómez-Jordana
No. of ministers	11 (1938–1939) 10 (1939)
Total no. of members	11
Member party	National Movement (Military, FET–JONS, nonpartisans)
Status in legislature	One-party state
History
Budget(s)	1939
Predecessor	Technical State Junta (Nationalist) National Defence Council (Republican)
Successor	Franco II

The first government led by Francisco Franco was created on January 31, 1938. This happened during the Spanish Civil War, soon after he was named the Head of State of Spain. A government is a group of people who lead a country and make important decisions.

This government took over from an earlier group called the Technical State Junta in the area controlled by Franco's side. Later, it also replaced the National Defence Council from the other side when the war ended. This government ruled Spain from January 31, 1938, until August 9, 1939. That's about one year and seven months.

This was a "war cabinet," meaning it was formed during a time of conflict. Its members came from different groups that later joined to form the National Movement. These groups included the FET y de las JONS party, which was the only legal political party in Franco's zone, and members of the military. Some members were also nonpartisan, meaning they didn't belong to a specific political party.

Understanding the Council of Ministers
Important Changes During the Government
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Understanding the Council of Ministers

The Council of Ministers is like a team of leaders who help run the country. It was made up of the prime minister and 11 different ministries. Each ministry was in charge of a specific area, like justice or education.

Here are some of the key people and their roles in this government:

Francisco Franco was both the Head of State and the Prime Minister. He was the main leader.
Francisco Gómez-Jordana was the Deputy Prime Minister and also the Minister of Foreign Affairs. He handled Spain's relationships with other countries.
Tomás Domínguez Arévalo was the Minister of Justice. He was in charge of laws and the court system.
Fidel Dávila Arrondo was the Minister of National Defence. He oversaw the military and protected the country.
Ramón Serrano Suñer was the Minister of the Interior. This role involved managing internal affairs, like public order and communication.
Andrés Amado Reygondaud was the Minister of Finance. He managed the country's money and taxes.
Juan Antonio Suanzes was the Minister of Industry and Trade. He looked after factories, businesses, and buying and selling goods.
Raimundo Fernández-Cuesta was the Minister of Agriculture. He was responsible for farming and food production.
Pedro Sainz Rodríguez was the Minister of National Education. He oversaw schools and learning.
Alfonso Peña Boeuf was the Minister of Public Works. He was in charge of building roads, bridges, and other important structures.
Pedro González Bueno was the Minister of Trade Union Organization and Action. This role dealt with workers' groups and their rights.

Important Changes During the Government

Over time, some changes happened within the government:

In February 1938, Ramón Serrano Suñer took on more responsibilities within the Ministry of the Interior.
In December 1938, the Minister of Public Order, Severiano Martínez Anido, passed away. Francisco Gómez-Jordana temporarily took over this role.
In January 1939, the Ministry of Public Order was closed down. Its duties were moved to the Ministry of the Interior, which was renamed the Ministry of Governance. Ramón Serrano Suñer continued to lead this expanded ministry.
In April 1939, Pedro Sainz Rodríguez left his role as Minister of National Education. Tomás Domínguez Arévalo temporarily took over this ministry.
In June 1939, Fidel Dávila Arrondo temporarily managed the Ministry of Governance.