Memorial 1714 – Civic and Cultural Association

The Memorial 1714 is a civic and cultural association dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Catalonia. Its primary focus is on the events surrounding the Siege of Barcelona in 1714, a critical moment in Catalan history. Through its voluntary efforts, the Memorial 1714 keeps the flame of Catalonia’s history alive at the Fossar de les Moreres123.

Fossar de les Moreres

At the heart of the association’s work lies the Fossar de les Moreres, a historic site in Barcelona. This memorial commemorates those who died defending Catalonia’s Constitutions and liberties during the War of the Spanish Succession. The conflict’s outcome led to the disappearance of the Catalan State and left the Catalan Nation vulnerable to Bourbon absolutism.

Objectives

The association aims to:

1. Disseminate National Reality: By raising awareness of Catalonia’s national reality and its geographical context.
2. Educate about History: Foster understanding and consciousness of Catalan history, especially the War of the Spanish Succession and its consequences.

Activities

The Memorial 1714 organizes various activities:

1. Diades: Five key dates with civic, patriotic, and educational content.
2. Exhibitions: Visual displays that contribute to historical recovery.
3. Publications: Journals, manifestos, and books that share research and insights.