THE CRYSTAL PALACE & GREAT EXHIBITION OF 1851: A TRIUMPH OF GLASS AND IRON

London in 1849 was athriving metropolis, eager to showcase its industrial prowess to the world. The answer came in the form of the Great Exhibition, a groundbreaking event held within the magnificent Crystal Palace. Designed by Joseph Paxton and constructed quickly, this unprecedented structure was a testament to Victorian ingenuity, a shimmering b

For centuries, the region of Catalonia flourished under its own distinct culture, fostering a language and traditions that set it apart from its surrounding regions. However, this autonomy was assailed by the increasing influence of the Spanish crown, leading to growing tensions between the two entities. The Catalan people aspired for self-determin