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A Reply to History.com on the So-Called “Defeat” of the Spanish Armada
An evidence-based reply to History.com’s take on the Spanish Armada. Eight literal claims are tested against primary sources, showing that 1588 was a tactical check—not a decisive defeat—and that England’s true disaster came with the failed Counter-Armada of 1589.
The 22 Percent Distortion
The famous “22 percent” statistic is often used to paint Spain as the chief culprit of the Atlantic slave trade. This long-form essay shows why that figure is misleading, comparing Spain with Britain, Portugal, France and the Netherlands across territory, population and three centuries of data.
Baler: Spain’s Last Stand in the Philippines
In the twilight of the Spanish Empire, fifty soldiers defended a remote church in Baler for 337 days—unaware that the Philippines had already been ceded. Their ordeal became one of the most tragic and symbolic episodes of colonial history.
Veracruz 1552: The First Hurricane Recorded in New Spain
In 1552, a powerful hurricane struck the colonial city of Veracruz and the port of San Juan de Ulúa, marking the first official use of the word “huracán” in New Spain. This disaster shaped the urban and political trajectory of the region, revealing how colonial societies built—and rebuilt—in the face of catastrophe.
From Roman roads to global empire—follow Spain’s epic journey.
Unmask the myths and replace propaganda with documented facts.
Meet the kings, queens, explorers and unsung heroes who shaped Spain.
Turn back the calendar and relive the key dates that forged our world.
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