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A Communist Takeover on Valencia's Calle Colón
A group of Marxist revolutionaries with an axe to grind have turned a grand but empty building into a hostel and food bank
Apr 21, 2021
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James Crocket
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23-F: Gunfire in Spain's Parliament and Tanks On The Streets
On the 23rd of February 1981, gunfire erupted in the Congress of Deputies as a group of armed rebels attempted to do away with democracy and install a…
Mar 4, 2021
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James Crocket
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Marinaleda: A Communist Utopia in Andalusia
In Spain's deep south, one small village has decided to do things differently, and has been practicing rural communism for the last 40 years.
Feb 10, 2021
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James Crocket
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The Valencian Monastery Where Time Stands Still
Secluded within a valley in the Serra Calderona, stands a monastery with a 700-year history, whose monks are experts at self-isolation.
Dec 7, 2020
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James Crocket
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The Island Which Changes Country Twice A Year
Every summer and winter for the last 361 years, France and Spain have been passing a small, unpopulated island back and forth between them.
Nov 19, 2020
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James Crocket
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Anyone For Rat and Eel Paella?
Some of Spain's most cherished foods have origins in times of scarcity, and some surprising original ingredients.
Nov 2, 2020
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James Crocket
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España 2000: Spain's Fascist Movement Is Backed By Money and Pedigree
España 2000 aren't just a bunch of loud thugs, they are well-organised and well-funded by their shadowy backers.
Oct 19, 2020
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James Crocket
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Eduardo Inda and Pablo Iglesias: Bound By Hatred
The rivalry between a right-wing journalist and left-wing politician has spilt into the courts, with each accused of going to illegal lengths to bring…
Oct 12, 2020
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