Category: Group – History
History Talk – Tuesday 9 April
‘How I won the War for Britain‘ by Gary Johnson Learn how Juan Garcia a chicken farmer from Barcelona: A fascinating true story not to be missed! Entrance fee 2€ to cover cost of room hire. Arrive for a prompt start at 11am. Any queries to Allison O’Brien history@u3ajavea.com
Big turnout for Moors Lecture
There was a full house for the February meeting of the U3A’s History Group at the Javea Players Studio. Extra chairs had to be put out for members who turned up for Keith Smith’s talk on ‘Al Azraq, the Moorish Warlord of the Marina Alta’. Group leader Alison O’Brien was delighted with the turnout, one…
Next History Talk – 12th March – How it all Began by Allison O’Brien
What are the stories behind some the famous products? Birds Custard and Royal Baking Powder were both invented because Alfred Bird’s wife was allergic to yeast and eggs. “Marriage is a lot more harmonious when one’s wife can satisfy her sweet tooth”!!! Why is there no sugar or flavouring in cornflakes? What was plasticine first…
Fascinating insight into the history of Christmas
History Group leader Alison O’Brien gave U3A members a fascinating insight into how people around the world celebrate Christmas. The December meeting had a special festive feel with sherry and stollen cake on offer before attendees sat down to a double bill of entertainment: a presentation by Alison on “Christmas Around the World” then a…
History Talk – Tuesday 12 Dec
Ally is going to show a film on the History of Christmas…..pagan onwards….and do a short talk about Christmas traditions round the world. We will have stollen cake plus a glass of Christmas cheer before the film. Dec 12th. Javea Players Studio, Doors open 10.30am. Talk and Film 11am.
History Talk – Tuesday November 14
Don’t miss out on this fascinating talk entitled ‘The Birth of a Nation: the American War of Independence and its Aftermath1750 to 1820’ by Peter Atkinson The story of how 13 British colonies became the first 13 states of the USA. We shall explore the events and ideas that led the colonies to rebel against…