Background: Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in economic and political power. Spain remained neutral in World Wars I and II, but suffered through a devastating civil war (1936-39). In the second half of the 20th century, Spain has played a catch-up role in the western international community; it joined the EU in 1986. Continuing challenges include Basque Fatherland and Liberty (ETA) terrorism and further reductions in unemployment.
March 22nd 2008Europe » Spain » Andalusia » Marbella Well we’re off to France next week so it’s well and truly time I finally publish my Spanish blog.
I was holding off until I could stop the world moving and get a bit of creativity back ... 37 photos[full story]
December 31st 2007Europe » Spain » Andalusia » Marbella A sleepy morning was followed by a croissant breakfast on our balcony. Mark and Deb had a nice walk in the sun on the beach. We then headed out toward Marbella. We stopped and walked around Puerto ... 17 photos[full story]
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