Spain During the Cold War

Although Spain was initially isolated both economically and politically following World War II and at the beginning of the Cold War, it eventually did gain acceptance into the United Nations in 1955. However such an advancement is most likely attributed to the strategical location of Spain and teh Strait of Gilbraltar. Good relations were necessary in order to maintain control of southern Europe. Moreover, the Spanish Miracle, or economic boom in the 1960's, pushed Spain to a leader in the tourism market. Thus, although a time of tension, the Cold War offered Spain a new hope.