The History of Wales Magazine
Every month we will feature articles relating to the history of Wales – famous people, famous battles, famous places etc. These will build over the months into a full and intriguing insight into the history of this ancient land.
You may also be interested in our History of Britain section covering the period from the Act of Union during Queen Anne‘s reign to the modern day.
Princess Gwenllian and The Great Revolt
A heroine of Wales, Gwenllian was a warrior princess, leading an army of Welshmen in 1136 against mighty Norman forces…
The Mabinogion
The Mabinogion is a collection of tales in Welsh culture, folklore and myths
Sir Henry Morgan
Captain Morgan – famous today as the face of a brand of spiced rum. But who was he? Pirate? Privateer? Politician?
Battle of St Fagans
The Battle of St Fagan’s in 1648, during the Second English Civil War, was the largest battle ever to take place in Wales.
The Last Invasion of Britain
Forget 1066; this is the story of how one Welsh lady beat back a French invasion.
St Teilo
St Teilo was a 6th century monk and bishop, and an early Welsh Saint. The patron saint of fruit trees and horses, his feast day is celebrated on 9 February.
St Dwynwen’s Day
25th January is St Dwynwen’s Day. St Dwynwen is the Welsh patron saint of lovers, which makes her the Welsh equivalent of St Valentine …
