Bienvenido a España 1940/ Welcome to Spain 1940! This is a group where English and Spanish can be spoken. This group is set in early 1940s Spain, a nation emerging from a devastating civil war (1936–1939). The war had left the country divided and struggling to rebuild. In this period, Spain was led by a centralized government that focused on national unity, tradition, and control over public life. Political parties were dissolved, and a single state-backed movement took their place, promoting loyalty, order, and Spanish identity. The 1940s were marked by economic hardship, rationing, and international isolation, as Spain remained neutral during World War II but was heavily affected by global events. Citizens faced shortages of food and goods, and daily life was shaped by strict laws, strong religious influence, and a focus on traditional values.