Historical Events tagged with "barcelona"

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Politics & Government

Catalonia's Declaration of Independence

October 27th, 2017 7 years ago

Catalonia's parliament passed a resolution declaring independence from Spain, amid rising tensions with the central government. This declaration was spearheaded by Catalan leaders seeking a sovereign state following a controversial referendum earlier in October, which saw significant support among pro-independence voters despite Madrid's refusal to recognize the vote. The declaration took place in Barcelona, where members of the Catalan assembly voted in favor.

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Crime & Law

ETA Bombing at Hipercor Supermarket

June 19th, 1987 37 years ago

A catastrophic bombing at Hipercor supermarket in Barcelona claimed the lives of 21 individuals and left 45 others injured. The Basque separatist group, ETA, carried out the attack, escalating its violent campaign for independence. The bombing created widespread panic, and the emergency response highlighted the vulnerabilities in urban security measures during a time of political turmoil in Spain.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Dan-Air Flight 1903 crashes in Montseny Massif

July 3rd, 1970 54 years ago

Dan-Air Flight 1903, a scheduled passenger flight from London to Barcelona, crashed into the Les Agudes mountain in the Montseny Massif, near Arbúcies in Catalonia. The aircraft, a Hawker Siddeley HS.748, encountered poor weather conditions which contributed to the crash. All 112 people on board, including passengers and crew members, perished. This incident remains one of the deadliest aviation accidents in Spain's history.

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Military & Warfare

Nationalists Launch Final Offensive in Spain

March 26th, 1939 85 years ago

On March 26, 1939, the Nationalist forces under General Francisco Franco initiated their final offensive during the Spanish Civil War. This operation aimed to capture the remaining Republican strongholds in the country, particularly Barcelona and Madrid. The offensive was characterized by overwhelming military strategy and the mobilization of available troops, marking a significant turning point in the war. As the offensive advanced, conditions for the Republican defenders worsened, leading to large-scale desertions and a sense of hopelessness among the remaining forces.

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Military & Warfare

Nationalists Complete Conquest of Catalonia

February 10th, 1939 86 years ago

The Nationalist forces, led by Francisco Franco, completed their military conquest of Catalonia, marking a significant turning point in the Spanish Civil War. This culmination solidified their control over the region, essentially sealing the last remaining holdouts of the Republican government. As the Nationalists marched into Barcelona, thousands of Catalan Republicans fled towards the French border, seeking refuge from Franco's regime. This event symbolized the failure of the Republican forces that struggled to maintain power against the Nationalists’ advancing troops.

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Military & Warfare

Franco's Troops Capture Barcelona in Combat

January 26th, 1939 86 years ago

Troops loyal to nationalist General Francisco Franco, supported by Italian forces, launched a major offensive to take Barcelona during the Spanish Civil War. This operation marked a critical turning point in the conflict, demonstrating the military capabilities of Franco's forces while further diminishing the Republican hold over Catalonia. The capture of Barcelona not only signaled the decline of Republican resistance but also consolidated Franco's power in the region, paving the way for the eventual end of the war.

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Politics & Government

Largo Caballero Resigns; Negrín Forms New Government

May 17th, 1937 87 years ago

In the wake of the Barcelona May Days, and following the internal conflicts among leftist factions, Francisco Largo Caballero's government resigned. This political change arose from increased tensions in the Spanish Civil War, particularly after violent clashes between rival anarchist and socialist groups in Barcelona. Subsequently, Juan Negrín was appointed to form a new government, notably excluding the anarcho-syndicalist CNT, reflecting a strategic shift in the Spanish Republican coalition. This marked a significant point in the governance of the Spanish Republic during the Civil War.

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Politics & Government

Lluis Companys Expands Generalitat Coalition Government

September 26th, 1936 88 years ago

Lluis Companys, the President of the Generalitat de Catalunya, restructured the government to include members from the Marxist POUM and the anarcho-syndicalist CNT. This coalition aimed to strengthen the regional government's response to the Spanish Civil War and unify the leftist factions. The incorporation of these groups signified a notable change in the political landscape of Catalonia during this tumultuous period.

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Military & Warfare

Military Coup Against Popular Front Government

July 17th, 1936 88 years ago

The Spanish Civil War began with a military rebellion led by nationalist officers against the democratically elected leftist Popular Front government. The unrest erupted in various cities across Spain, with heavy fighting reported in Morocco, where troops mutinied and moved towards the mainland. The uprising was fueled by socio-political conflicts, as conservative factions opposed the progressive reforms implemented by the government. Cities like Barcelona and Madrid saw the first significant responses from the government loyalists, marking the start of a prolonged and bloody civil war.

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