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.
April 14th 2008Europe » Spain » Castile-La Mancha » Cuenca Travel blog 19
Monday, 24th March 2008
Easter Monday
Determined to see Toledo today, as driven a long way to get here. Dosed myself up and headed out of campsite just as bus came along so hopped ... 13 photos[full story]
April 8th 2008Europe » Spain » Castile-La Mancha » Cuenca Guys I'm sorry, but I'm just not feeling up to writing an elaborate blog right now so I'm just gonna give you the bare minimum facts...
Last weekend, Celia, Jess and I decided to get to know our re ... 22 photos[full story]
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