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  • The downfall of Edward VIII by Gary Johnson

    The downfall of Edward VIII by Gary Johnson

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    MargaretM

    Was Edward VIII’s  downfall due to an Arabian Princess and a perfect murder?  Learn how an innocent prince was turned into a playboy with a life of fast cars and fast women that led to a story of sex and intrigue at the highest levels of British society. A story of intrigue and mystery.  Gary…

  • British Kings & Queens in 54min13sec by Dee Taverner

    British Kings & Queens in 54min13sec by Dee Taverner

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    MargaretM

    We normally attend history lectures to hear new facts and to be informed don’t we?  Well, not exactly true this time.  This is something completely different…..tongue in cheek, purely for fun, based on a unique interpretations of the facts.   If you have ever read “1066 and All That” you’ll know exactly what I mean. …

  • From Fiji to Papúa New Guinea by Rosalind Miranda

    From Fiji to Papúa New Guinea by Rosalind Miranda

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    MargaretM

    We have a real treat in March.  History is made up of lots of memories.  In the first part of a two part talk, Rosalind Miranda is going to talk about her memorable trip in the 1970s, from Fiji to Papúa New Guinea via the New Hebrides (now Vanuatu) and the British Solomon Islands (now just the…

  • Should Europe, which is united against the Russian invasion in Ukraine, shelter Russians fleeing mobilisation?

    Should Europe, which is united against the Russian invasion in Ukraine, shelter Russians fleeing mobilisation?

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    Genevieve Lawrence

    The discussion group, as always will have a meeting, on the last Friday of the month, the 25 of November and this time it is on the subject of Russian refugees. Discussions about a common EU approach are ongoing.Russia says it is not a country at war, they are just carrying out a military operation….What…

  • 20th century Canadian Artists by Peter Atkinson

    20th century Canadian Artists by Peter Atkinson

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    MargaretM

    This talk by Peter was well received in Moraira lately, most people knowing nothing about the subject and being pleasantly surprised.  It will be a mixture of history and art.   He will first tell us about the painters from British backgrounds who came together to promote their style of art inspired by nature, and…

  • All Members – pre-Christmas Bash

    All Members – pre-Christmas Bash

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    MargaretM

    All members are invited to come along to the Social Centre, Javea Old Town to enjoy some festive cheer to start the Christmas season in style. We’ll start at 12 and finish about 2pm Tapas, wine, beer or a soft drink provided free of charge! Booking is essential as numbers are limited. To book visit…