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

London in 1850 was a bustling 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 rapidly, this unprecedented structure was a testament to Victorian ingenuity, a sparkling b

For centuries, the region of Catalonia thrived under its own distinct identity, fostering a language and traditions that set it apart from its neighbors. However, this autonomy was threatened by the increasing influence of the Spanish crown, leading to growing tensions between the two entities. The Catalan people desired for self-determination, a d