Author: Keith Smith

Robert The Bruce, by Duncan Petrie Over 60 members attended a detailed presentation by Duncan about the true Scottish hero, Robert the Bruce (King Robert I), who ruled from 1306 to 1329 and transformed Scotland into an independent kingdom. Key Historical Achievements Duncan explained who was The Real “Braveheart” While movies credit William Wallace with…

Following Valencia’s historic regional celebrations on Friday 9th October, our Javea U3A History Group enjoyed a brilliant day out in the city on Saturday. The weather was perfect, the company was excellent, and a thoroughly wonderful time was had by all. If you’d like to hear more of our regular activities please Mail Group Leader…

Robert The Bruce, presented by Duncan Petrie Tuesday October 13th 2026, 11am at Casa Cultura Javea Old Town. All History Group Talks are open to all and entry is completely free. Duncan is a regular presenter at Javea U3A Family History Group. Now he turns his skills to a famous person from his homeland of…

Football against the Nazis: The Death Match of Kyiv 1942, presented by Keith Smith In this presentation, Group Leader Keith showed how the “story” of 11 young Soviet  footballers being shot by the Germans immediately after the match, still wearing their football shirts, became a powerful myth. It provided the Soviet government with an ideal…

Football against the Nazis: The Death Match of Kyiv 1942, Keith Smith Casa Cultura, Javea Old Town, 11.00am start We know there’s been a lot of football this summer but do not fear, this isn’t really a talk about football at all.  Instead, we will  explore how sport can carry meanings far beyond the final…

We have some limited places open to all Javea U3A members If you would like to join our one day trip to Valencia including: transport from Javea to Valencia and return, a walking tour with a very experienced guide, 3 course menu del dia with wine then please mail Group Leader Keith Smith on history@u3ajavea.com…