INTERWAR

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The Interwar period was a time of contrast and uncertainty. It meant unprecedented economic development (largely based, however, on state capitalism), a close concern for education, and an extraordinary cultural effervescence (at the same time bringing forth a generation of intellectuals who could not find their place in society).

 

At the same time, it was a time characterized by economic and political instability, corruption, high illiteracy and poverty.

 

The royal house, a factor of stability and prestige at the time, represented a symbol of national unity, though not spared from controversy, particularly during the reign of King Charles II (1930-1940).