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The Rocks Of Gibraltar

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THE ROCKS OF GIBRALTAR (R8x32) 2C (4C set) Border Book

1- 8 1L+2M set and turn RH, 1M+2L set and turn RH
9-16 1s+2s dance R&L
17-24 1s lead down the middle, back to top, cross and cast to 2nd place
25-32 2s+1s advance and retire, 1s turn RH 1½ times

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)


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The Rocks Of Gibraltar - Scottish Country Dancing Instruction Video

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The Rock of Gibraltar is a prominent limestone formation located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, near the entrance of the Mediterranean Sea.

It is a British Overseas Territory and has a strategic geographical significance due to its commanding position at the crossroads of Europe and Africa. Rising to a height of 426 metres (1,398 feet), the Rock is a distinctive landmark visible from both land and sea.

Throughout history, the Rock of Gibraltar has been a site of military importance, serving as a natural fortress. The British took control of Gibraltar in 1704 during the War of Spanish Succession and have maintained sovereignty over the territory since then. The Rock is known for its iconic limestone cliffs, caves, and tunnels, which have been carved out for various military purposes over the centuries.

Gibraltar's strategic location has made it a vital naval base, providing control over maritime traffic between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.

Rocks Of Gibraltar
Rock Of Gibraltar


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