In the news1853–1882
1853: Mass emigration to Latin America starts
From 1853 to 1882, 325,000 Galicians emigrated, marking a period of intense, large-scale migration to Latin American countries like Cuba and Brazil.
Madrid, 20 Aug 1861 – Neuilly-sur-Seine, 17 Nov 1923
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20 Aug 1861
Born in Madrid
1889–1895
3 children are born
17 Nov 1923
Dies in Neuilly-sur-Seine, aged 62
He lived through 7 decades. Pick one to hear and see what it was like around Madrid.
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In the news1853–1882
From 1853 to 1882, 325,000 Galicians emigrated, marking a period of intense, large-scale migration to Latin American countries like Cuba and Brazil.
What people wore
Limited wardrobes for humble women
A typical humble woman in mid-19th century Spain often possessed only two outfits: one for daily work and one reserved for Sundays and feast days.
Getting around
Sluggish rail journeys in Spain
Rail travel was often sluggish, with one passenger complaining that a 130-mile trip between Cordoba and Madrid took 12 hours.
In Europe · 1859–1871Italy is unified. Garibaldi, Cavour and Victor Emmanuel joined the Italian states into one kingdom, with Rome its capital from 1871.
In the news1860
Starting in 1860, petroleum lamps replaced candles and tallow lights in German households, significantly improving home lighting.
Music
Popular festive dances and music
Popular dances like the fandango, jota, and polkas were enjoyed at festivals and public gatherings, often accompanied by instruments like the guitar or local brass bands.
Daily life
Buying fish for 2 reales
In Santoña, residents could buy fresh fish directly from fishing nets pulled to the shore for as little as 2 reales, although the catch size varied significantly.