Catalonian independence Legend has it the flag of Catalonia was born from blood. The blood of a man called Wilfred the Hairy, who stories (but not necessarily any historical evidence) claim is the founder of Catalonia. He was injured in war in August of the year 897 and would die there on the battlefield. But […]
All men are created equal
Visiting the house in Virginia that Thomas Jefferson built gives you an insight to his genius. But it also raises questions of his morality and ethics!
The world’s oldest sovereign state
Visiting San Marino From high up on the hill, looking out over the countryside and towards the ocean, you can see why the residents of San Marino have tried so hard over the centuries to keep their land – it’s a stunning view, witnessed from a beautiful city that has maintained its historic charm. It’s […]
The gnomes of Wroclaw
Walking the streets of Wroclaw, you notice another gnome, then another. By the seventh one you’re almost expecting to see Snow White pop her head out.
Letter to Che
A visit to the Che Guevara museum at his childhood home in Alta Gracia near Cordoba left me with a lot of questions. This letter to Che asks for answers.
Don’t cry for me…
Casa Rosada: The Argentinian Government let Madonna film there, it’s been the scene of military coups and now you can glimpse into the life of the President.
Civil rights and wrongs in the Deep South
Deep South civil rights When it comes to civil rights and racial equality, there’s a lot of food for thought during a trip through the Deep South of the United States (and I’m not talking about the fried chicken!). Everywhere you go you’re confronted with overt signs of the gap between black and white. Sometimes […]
Is the sun setting on America?
Sunset at Washington DC On a visit to Washington DC, I was reminded of that old phrase, “the sun never sets on the British Empire”. Walking down the National Mall, the sun was setting behind the Lincoln Memorial, casting an orange glow before darkness fell over America’s seat of government. It may seem a little […]
JFK – before he was an airport
JFK Presidential Library, Boston There’s a moment on a tour of the JFK Presidential Library that brings on tears. Around me, as I stood there, some people sobbed. I could even feel that slight sting in the eyes myself. The moment comes right at the end of the exhibits in the room dedicated to that […]