Welsh History

Wales is an anomaly. Closely tied to its English neighbour since the thirteenth century, it has maintaine string cultural and linguistic identity - and its history is full of romance and drama - not to mention a recurrent series of lost causes. A country that never had an unchallenged King, its Prince is the heir to the trhrone of the United Kingdom.

Druids, princes and rebels (and more than a hint of magic) dominate the history of Wales - from prehistory and a heroic (but vain) defence agaisnt thh might of Rome to modern times and the establishment of a separate government. Wales' history may be little known outside the Principality istself - but is worth investigation.

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Latest articles in Welsh History

Y Ddraig Goch: The Red Dragon Flag of Wales

How did Wales come to have such a distinctive flag?

Jan 8, 2012 – Sharon Brookshaw

Neath Abbey Ruins, a Taste of the Past Next to McDonald's

The South Wales town of Neath was one of only nine places in Wales named by the Romans. Its utilitarian modern aspect is studded with reminders of the past

Oct 16, 2011 – Vivien Young

Ffynnon Elian: The Cursing Well of St Elian, North Wales

Holy wells are usually known for their healing powers, but the cursing well at Llanelian-yn-Rhôs (Conwy County) had an altogether different reputation

Sep 15, 2011 – Sharon Brookshaw

Caernarfon Castle and its Part in the Conquest of Wales

Caernarfon Castle is one of a ring of fortifications built by Edward I and was crucial to his conquest of the independent princedoms of North Wales.

Sep 4, 2011 – Jennifer Young

The Role of the Welsh in the Legend of King Arthur

The legend of King Arthur is so well known today because, in part, of the work of two Welsh men: the bard Aneirin and Geoffrey of Monmouth.

Jun 4, 2011 – Stacey Mitchell

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