Items

• Bid brochure, WorldSkills Madrid 2015

  Bid brochure for WorldSkills Madrid 2015, presenting Madrid as a candidate host city for the WorldSkills Competition. The brochure includes an introduction to Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Spain, details about the proposed event dates (November 2015), and information on key venues such as IFEMA (competition venue) and Madrid Arena (Opening and Closing Ceremonies). It also outlines accommodation options, the Competitors’ village, and logistical advantages of Madrid as a host city. The document is illustrated with images of the city, venues, and facilities.
• Press article: “Cuatro horas para montar un robot”, El País, 30/04/2007

  Newspaper article reporting on a national vocational skills competition in Spain used to select Competitors for international competition. The article explains that the event marks Spain’s return to international participation after approximately fifteen years without competing.
• Pennant from Oficinas Gerais de Material Aeronáutico, Portugal

  Blue fabric pennant with printed golden emblem and text commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Oficinas Gerais de Material Aeronáutico (OGMA), Alverca do Ribatejo, Portugal, 1918–1968. Presented as a gift by the Portuguese Competitor during the 20th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1971.
• 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962. Pennant

  11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962. Pennant
• Folder with notebook, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962

  Folder with notebook, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962
• First place certificate to Daniel Henry Cooper, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962

  First place certificate to Daniel Henry Cooper in Joinery, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962
• Programme of the 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962

  Small size printed programme detailing the schedule of the 11th International Vocational Training Competition held in Gijón, Spain, from 26 August to 11 September 1962. It lists daily activities for the Jury, Organizing Council, Competitors, and official representatives, including the preparation of exercises, competition timetable, marking procedures, meetings, and sightseeing programs. The document also specifies the venue at the Labour University of Gijón
• 16th International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1967. Handbook

  Handbook containing the official programme and information for the 16th International Vocational Training Competition held in Madrid, Spain, from 3 to 18 July 1967. It includes forewords by Eugenio López (President of the International Committee) and the Mayor of Madrid, details on accommodation, organization board, participating countries, 36 skills, competition venues, and a complete day-by-day schedule of activities, excursions, and ceremonies. The booklet also provides maps and lists of workshop locations at the Centro Sindical No. 1 de Formación Profesional Acelerada.
• Silver medal certificate to Desmond F. Caulfield 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962

  Silver medal certificate to Desmond F. Caulfield in Cabinetmaking, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962
• Certificate of participation to John Joseph Foley, 20th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1971

  Certificate of participation to John Joseph Foley in Milling, 20th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1971
• Menu for the lunch offered by the Provincial Council of Asturias, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962

  Printed menu for a lunch offered by the Provincial Council of Asturias to participants of the 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962 The event took place at Bar Restaurante Casa Lobato in Naranco, Oviedo, on 9 September 1962.
• 6th International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1957, brochure

  Brochure announcing the 6th International Vocational Training Competition to be held in Spain in October 1957. It outlines the event’s organization, participating countries, competition structure, technical trades involved, and logistical details regarding expenses, prizes, and registration. It also provides the address for submitting entry forms to the competition’s Secretariat in Madrid.
• First place certificate to Peter James Walsh, 6th International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1957

  First place certificate to Peter James Walsh in Joinery, 6th International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1957
• Newspaper “La Torre”, 9 September 1962

  Issue of the newspaper La Torre (Universidad Laboral, Gijón) covering the 11th International Vocational Training Competition.
• Passenger ticket and baggage check, Aer Lingus, 1962

  Aer Lingus passenger ticket and baggage check issued in Dublin, Ireland, for Donal Cooper, for a flight Dublin–London–Dublin.
• Tourist guide, Asturias 1962

  Guide with suggested tourist routes and information for visitors in Asturias, including road itineraries, features of interest, maps, and descriptions of landmarks.
• Instructions for Competitors, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962

  Document with instructions for Competitors regarding workshop use, handling of tools and workpieces, testing procedures, evaluation criteria, and disciplinary regulations.
• Instructions for accommodation and services, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962

  Document providing instructions for Competitors on dormitories, medical services, sports grounds, timetables, facilities, useful addresses, and bus schedules at the Labour University and the Industrial School during the 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962.
• Brochure, “Monumental despedida al Verano de 1962”, Santander 1962

  Advertising brochure for an event at the restaurant La Cabaña, Santander, on 9 September 1962, featuring music and dance performances. Printed by Tip. Guzmán, Santander.
• Foreign currency exchange form, Banco de España, Gijón 1962

  Official form from Banco de España (Delegación de Gijón) for the purchase of foreign currency.
• Voucher card, 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962

  Voucher card for the “Olimpiada Juvenil del Trabajo” festival in Calle Corrida, Gijón, on 6 September 1962, entitling the bearer to goods at Café Alcázar.
• Informative brochure for the 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962.

  Informative brochure for the 11th International Vocational Training Competition, Gijón 1962.
• Official Observer badge, 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975

  Metal badge issued for the 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975. It bears the event logo and the designation “Observador Oficial” with the printed name “Sr. Byrne – Irlanda.”
• Tourist insurance policy, 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975

  Tourist insurance policy booklet issued by the Agrupación para el Seguro Turístico Español (ASTES), Madrid, for Michael Lassally of Austria, dated 8 September 1975. Valid from 8 to 22 September 1975, it covers medical aid, personal accident, and luggage insurance. The document includes policy number (166661), details of payment (155 pesetas for 15 days, 290 pesetas for 30 days), and official stamp of issuance.
• List of equipment and technical specifications, 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975

  Document dated 5 July 1975 containing detailed lists of machinery, tools, and technical specifications required for various skills at the 22nd International Vocational Training Competition, Madrid 1975.