Barcelona: The Threat of Bombardment -- A General view of the port of Barcelona seen from the cable railway. The Spanish authorities in Burgos have intimated that if the traffic in war material, which they allege is being carried on, continues, the port will, if necessary, be bombarded. The British Ambassador at Hendaye has been instructed to request the Burgos authorities to guarantee the security of foreign shipping in a safety zone. December 14, 1936.