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For centuries, the region of Catalonia blossomed under its own distinct heritage, fostering a language and traditions that set it apart from its adjacents. However, this autonomy was assailed by the increasing influence of the Spanish crown, leading to growing tensions between the two entities. The Catalan people desired for self-determination, a d