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Alinghi Wins 32nd Americas Cup

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July 7th 2007
Alinghi wins the 32nd Americas Cup 5-2!!!! What a day!! What a race!! Alinghi crossed the line with a mere 2 seconds to spare...a nail biter to say the least. I cried!! the base was just charged with electricity and anticipation. For a few seconds we thought we'd lost it but New Zealand had to make a penalty turn before crossing the line - giving us the extra seconds to take it out. The boys ... read more

Europe » Spain » Valencian Community » Valencia

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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