Did the Moors conquer Catalonia?

Catalonia was one of the first Roman possessions in Spain. Occupied during the 5th century ce by the Goths, it was taken by the Moors in 712 and at the end of the 8th century by Charlemagne, who incorporated it into his realm as the Spanish March, ruled by a count.

When was Catalonia its own country?

Catalonia

Catalonia Catalunya (Catalan) Catalonha (Occitan) Cataluña (Spanish)
Statute of Autonomy	9 September 1932 18 September 1979 9 August 2006 (current version)
Capital and largest city	Barcelona 41°23′N 2°11′E
Provinces	Barcelona, Girona, Lleida, Tarragona
Government

What is the independence movement in Catalonia?

Catalan independence movement. The Catalan independence movement (Catalan: independentisme català; Spanish: independentismo catalán) is a social and political movement with roots in Catalan nationalism, which seeks the independence of Catalonia from Spain.

Why do Catalans want independence?

While some Catalans have long dreamed of independence, the issue has only risen to the fore in recent years. In 2010, support for secession hovered at about 20\%. Calls for independence grew as Spain endured a painful and protracted economic crisis.

What is the history of Catalonia?

Rich ancient heritage Catalonia has been settled by the Phoenicians, the Etruscans and the Greeks, who were mainly in the coastal areas of Rosas and Empuries (above). Counties and independence Catalonia was conquered by Arabs in 711 AD.

Will Catalonians get help from abroad to declare independence?

It will get little help from abroad, as other European nations, many of which are facing separatist movements of their own, have shown little indication that they will acknowledge Catalonian independence.