Catalonia
Some of the key events about Catalonia
- 1137The Crown of Aragon was formed, uniting Catalonia with the Kingdom of Aragon
- 1359The Generalitat of Catalonia was established as a system of government
- 1450The University of Barcelona was founded, becoming a major center of learning
- 1640The Reapers' War broke out, resulting in widespread violence and destruction across Catalonia
- 1714The Siege of Barcelona ended, marking a turning point in Catalan history
- 1714Barcelona fell to Bourbon forces after a long siege, ending Catalan autonomy
- 1848The first railway line in Spain was inaugurated between Barcelona and Mataró
- 1888Barcelona hosted the Universal Exhibition, showcasing the city's modernization
- 1909The Autonomous University of Barcelona was founded, expanding higher education
- 1929The International Exhibition in Barcelona led to significant urban development
- 1936The Spanish Civil War began, leading to significant loss of life and destruction in Catalonia
- 1938Catalonia suffered heavy bombing during the Spanish Civil War
- 1939Francoist forces occupied Barcelona, initiating a period of repression against Catalan culture and language
- 1940The President of the Generalitat of Catalonia was executed by firing squad
- 1981A terrorist attack at a Barcelona restaurant killed 15 people and injured 30 others
- 1992Barcelona hosted the Summer Olympics, transforming the city's infrastructure
- 2010The Catalan Parliament banned bullfighting, reflecting changing cultural values
- 2017Spanish police forcibly intervened to stop the Catalan independence referendum, resulting in hundreds of injuries
- 2019Violent protests erupted in Barcelona following the sentencing of Catalan separatist leaders
- 2020The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted Catalonia's economy and healthcare system
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