Group Leader: Keith Smith
Contact:
Assistant Group Leader: Tom Stevenson
Meeting Venue: Casa Cultura, Javea Old Town
Meeting Day and time: Second Tuesday every month 11:00am
Accepts new members: Entrance is free and talks are open to all Javea U3A members
The History Group meets monthly between October and June, featuring presentations from volunteer speakers which are informative, entertaining and well-illustrated.
All members of the U3A Jávea are welcome to attend – there is no need to book, just come along and take a seat.
To learn more about the group or to have your email added to our list, please contact the Group Leader on the email address shown above.
Whilst we have a list of members who are happy to offer talks on a regular basis, we would be very pleased to hear from anyone else who would be interested in offering a presentation to members of the history group.
Next History Talk
History Talk Football Against the Nazis. The Death Match of Kyiv 1942
Football against the Nazis. The Death Match of Kyiv 1942. Presented by Keith Smith Football is often described as more than a game, but few stories illustrate that idea more powerfully than the “Death Match” of Kyiv in 1942. During the dark days of Nazi occupation, a team of players from a Kyiv bakery defeated […]
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November 10, 2026
Scott of the Antarctic presented by Keith Smith
In this presentation Keith explores the life and expeditions of Captain Robert Falcon Scott, placing his achievements and ultimate fate …
December 8, 2026
La Malinche and the fall of the Aztec Empire presented by Angela Chantry
In the early 16th century Hernán Cortés and his conquistadors defeated the great Aztec Empire, built a new city for …
Meeting Reports
Yale’s Dark Legacy closes History Group Season
Keith and David Ebsworth Our final History Group meeting of the season featured regular June speaker David Ebsworth, who gave a fascinating talk, Elihu Yale and His Wicked Wife. Most people associate the Yale name with the famous university, but David revealed the far darker story behind the man. Born …
History Talk June 9th
Elihu Yale and his Wicked Wife. Presented by David Ebsworth This June, we welcome back an old friend, David Ebsworth. David has delivered many unforgettable talks over the years. A storyteller who truly brings history to life, he captivates every audience. His is a UK writer based in Wrexham but …
Exploring the Earth: Alan Hunton’s Riveting Journey from Ancient Beliefs to Modern Science
At this month’s History Group, we were treated to an excellent presentation from Alan Hunton titled “The Earth is not Flat.” Alan is one of our regular speakers and has rightly earned himself the title of our very own Science Historian. This time, Alan took us on a fascinating journey through how people—from …
History Talk: May 12th. The Earth is not Flat, by Alan Hunton
Ancient civilisations had little understanding of our planet and the general opinion was that it was flat or saucer shaped. All the heavenly bodies appeared to revolve around the Earth. In this talk we will learn how Pythagoras and other Greek philosophers working in Alexandria disproved the flat Earth theory …
Angela Presents: Hannibal Barca — The Carthage General Who Challenged Rome
Exactly 21 years to the day after Angela Chantry presented the first ever History Talk on April 14th 2005, she returned to give us yet another enthralling presentation, this time about a man who we all know from our school history about his elephants in the Alps. But he was …
April History Talk Casa Cultura Tuesday 14th April
Hannibal: Rome’s Greatest Enemy , Angela Chantry. Exactly 21 years ago, on the 14th April 2005, Angela Chantry presented the first ever History Talk. The History Group and Angela are going from strength to strength so why not come along and see?! Over two thousand years ago one of the greatest …
From Boadicea to Big Ben: London Through Cheda’s Eyes
At the March meeting of History Group Cheda Panajotovic treated us to a fantastic presentation on some of London’s forgotten, hidden, and downright unusual histories and monuments. Having worked in the city for years and even spent some time as a tour guide, Cheda really knows his stuff. He started …
History Talk Tuesday March 10th at Casa Cultura
London’s Strange Monuments and Histories presented by Cheda Panajotovic Tuesday March 10th, Casa Cultura, Javea Old Town, entry from 10.30am for an 11am start All U3A members are welcome. Free entry. We just ask for a voluntary donation towards speaker gifts. We’re thrilled to welcome back Cheda as a regular …
History Talks. When Denia Ruled the Waves: a maritime history. Keith Smith
Tuesday February 10th at Casa Cultura Javea Old Town. Doors open 10.30 for 11.00am start. No need to book just come along. Entry free! Today Denia is a thriving tourist destination on the Costa Blanca. Despite the growth of air traffic it retains an important link from mainland Spain to …
History, Hidden Treasures & a Rooftop Surprise
This morning, the Javea U3A History Group enjoyed the second of their two visits to the Soler Blasco Archaeological Museum, right in the heart of Javea’s Old Town.After a warm welcome from Museum Director Josep Castelló, the group was led on a fascinating journey through time by Christine Betterton Jones …
Vintage Photos, Bold Journeys, and a Javea Connection Revealed
The History Group recently enjoyed a truly memorable morning with a special presentation by John Reynolds, titled “The Curious Cyclists.” What made it extraordinary wasn’t just the stunning photos and engaging storytelling, but the unexpected connection to Javea that John unveiled right at the end. Back in 1895, two young …