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The guard of police officers in the depository of works of art in the church of Sant Esteve d’Olot

Date
1936
Archive
Archive Montserrat Tarradellas i Macià (Monastery of Poblet)
Document type
Imatge fixa
Reference code
C03_S02_N32
Link to the online document
Description

The image of the Mossos d’Esquadra guarding works of art in the church of Sant Esteve d’Olot in 1936 is a testament to the institutional effort to protect cultural heritage in times of conflict. In the midst of the Civil War, Catalonia led pioneering initiatives to safeguard the artistic and historical legacy, demonstrating a deep commitment to culture as a common good. This document reflects heritage awareness and the will to preserve collective memory in the face of destruction. It is an example of how, even in contexts of violence, culture becomes a refuge and a symbol of identity. This action connects Catalonia with other European experiences of heritage protection during the conflicts of the 20th century.