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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 ... [read more]
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 ... [read more] Blog: My Last Day in Madrid
Date: June 13th 2011
It was my last day in Madrid and it was going to be just a relaxing day to get the last few things done before I leave tomorrow. Although I would have loved to see Segovia and Avila, I certainly do not regret my choice of just staying in town and enjoying what Madrid has to offer. I have had a great time here. The day started with an attempt to visit the Museo Joaquin Sorolla, a Spanish paint ... read more
Date: June 13th 2011
It was my last day in Madrid and it was going to be just a relaxing day to get the last few things done before I leave tomorrow. Although I would have loved to see Segovia and Avila, I certainly do not regret my choice of just staying in town and enjoying what Madrid has to offer. I have had a great time here. The day started with an attempt to visit the Museo Joaquin Sorolla, a Spanish paint ... read more
