Cuadrilla facts for kids
Cuadrilla is a Spanish word that means a group of people working or acting together. It can refer to different kinds of groups, from friends to teams or even parts of a region.
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What "Cuadrilla" Can Mean
Friends and Fun Groups
Friends in Basque Culture
In the Basque Country, which is a region in Spain and France, a "cuadrilla" often means a close group of friends. These friends spend a lot of time together, sharing meals, celebrating, and supporting each other. It's like a special friendship circle.
Groups in Spanish Festivals
During many Spanish festivals, a "cuadrilla" can be a company or team of people who participate together. They might perform dances, play music, or take part in traditional events as a united group.
Historical and Official Groups
Historical Sheep Owners
Long ago in Spain, there was an important organization called the Mesta. This group managed the movement of large flocks of sheep across the country. The Mesta was divided into four main sections, and one of these sections was sometimes called a "cuadrilla."
Medieval Law and Order
In medieval Spain, the Santa Hermandad was a kind of police force or brotherhood that helped keep peace and order in towns and rural areas. A "cuadrilla" could refer to a small team or party of these officers who worked together to enforce laws.
Modern and Specific Uses
Divisions of Álava
Álava is a province in the Basque Country of Spain. For administrative purposes, Álava is divided into several areas, and some of these territorial divisions are known as "cuadrillas." They help organize local government and services.
"La Cuadrilla" - Film Directors
La Cuadrilla is the name of a specific group of Spanish cinema directors. They are known for working together on film projects and sharing a similar style or vision in their movies.
Cuadrilla Resources - An Energy Company
Cuadrilla Resources is a British company that works in the energy industry. They are involved in finding and extracting natural gas and oil from underground, often using methods like drilling.
See also
In Spanish: Cuadrilla para niños
- Quadrille
- Cadre (disambiguation)
