Author Archives: Ronald Carricato

Or maybe we are! One of the most interesting aspects of Barcelona’s history was its contribution to Medieval Mediterranean Maritime Law (Say that five times fast) In the fourteenth century, a book titled the “Book of the Consulate of the … Continue reading →

One of the most notable historical moments for Barcelona occurred in the early 18th Century during the War of the Spanish Succession. Both the Habsburg and Bourbon Families laid claim to the Spanish throne and decided to settle things the … Continue reading →

The Historic Taula de Canvi in Barcelona is regarded as one of Europe’s first centralized banks. The bank, which has been around since the early 15th century served as Barcelona’s primary public bank until its closure in the late 19th … Continue reading →