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Letter from the Consulate of Naples in Barcelona
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Letter from the Consulate of Naples in Barcelona
Letter from the Consulate of Naples in Barcelona to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Naples with news about shipwrecks of neapolitans ships in the catalan coast, about cholera and trade between Catalonia and Naples. 19th century
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Affairs Barcelona Catalan Catalonia Cholera Commerce Consulate Document Economic Economy Foreign Letter Manuscript Minister Naples Neapolitans News Shipwrecks
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This evocative image showcases a significant historical document from the 19th century, a letter from the Consulate of Naples in Barcelona to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Naples. Dated and penned in the mid-1800s, the letter bears the weight of the era's economic and health concerns, as well as the close ties between Catalonia and Naples. The page, yellowed with age, carries the news of multiple shipwrecks along the Catalan coast, a tragedy that would have had profound implications for the Neapolitan community in Barcelona and beyond. The loss of ships and lives would have disrupted the vital trade routes between Catalonia and Naples, two regions that had long-standing economic connections. The letter also sheds light on the prevalence of cholera in the region, a disease that was spreading rapidly during this period. The Consul's words underscore the urgency of the situation and the need for swift action to contain the outbreak and protect the health of the population. The intricate details of the document, from the official seal of the Consulate to the carefully penned script, transport us back to a time when the exchange of information was a critical lifeline for communities and nations. This letter serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges and complexities of the past, and the enduring connections that have shaped the history of Catalonia, Naples, and the broader Mediterranean world.
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