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A Brief Overview of Spanish Africa Spanish Africa refers to the territories and colonies under Spanish control on the African continent from the 15th to the 20th century. Spain had a significant presence in Africa, particularly in areas such as the Canary Islands, Western Sahara, Spanish Guinea (now Equatorial Guinea), Spanish Morocco, and Ifni. The…
The Napoleonic Era was a time of great upheaval and turmoil in Europe, with many nations being drawn into the conflicts that arose during the period. One country that was particularly affected by these events was Spain, which saw its monetary system and numismatic heritage undergo significant changes as a result of war, occupation, and…