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The Spanish Origins of the Dollar
The dollar is an unquestionable symbol of the United States, its economy and even money itself. Still the most influential global currency around, this...
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SPANISH HISTORY 101, EP. 31: Felipe V
This very 18th-Century-looking man in the picture is none other than Felipe (Philip) V of Spain, the first Bourbon monarch rule here. His reign...
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Let's Open a Bottle 16: A tribute to Garnacha
The traditional grape variety Garnacha rarely got the recognition it deserved until recently when regions such as D.O. Campo de Borja and Calatayud (both...
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The Faces of Belmez: a Spanish ghost story
Back in 1971, faces began to appear on the kitchen floor of Maria Gomez Camara’s home. Their appearance quickly turned the rural town of...
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Spanish History 101, Ep. 30: The War of Spanish Succession
The death of King Carlos II in 1700 left Spain without an heir, but Carlos’ chosen successor, the Frenchman Philip of Anjou, would find...
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The Balmis Expedition: The world’s first international healthcare mission
Back in 1803, Spain organized a mission to inoculate the inhabitants of its vast empire from the deadly disease smallpox. It was officially known...