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.
Sir Henry Morgan
Captain Morgan – famous today as the face of a brand of spiced rum. But who was he? Pirate? Privateer? Politician?
The Romans in Wales
The Romans in Wales and the resistance led by Caractacus (Caradoc). We also look at the Anglesey Celts and Druids during this period…
St Patrick – The most celebrated Welshman in America?
St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, may have been born a Welshman
The History of Patagonia
Read about the Welsh settlers and community in Chubut, Patagonia, Argentina.
The History of Welsh Surnames
Have you ever wondered why there are so many Jones’ in a Welsh phonebook? Read on to find out why!
Cromlech, the first Welsh houses
Cromlech were the first stone structures to be built in Wales and were built before the Pyramids
Twm Sion Cati, the Welsh Robin Hood
The story of Twm Sion Cati, also known as the ‘Welsh Robin Hood’.
Richard Wilson, Welsh Landscape Painter
Richard Wilson, considered the “father” of British landscape painting, is perhaps Wales’s greatest artist.
