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.
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?
The St. Patrick’s Day custom arrived in America in 1737, that being the first year it was publicly celebrated in Boston. Most Americans, and other folk across the world, assume that Patrick was Irish: not so, many scholars believe he was Welshman!
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.
Merthyr Tydfil and the Welsh Men of Steel
The history of Merthyr Tydfil and the rise of the world’s most important ironworks
The Legend of Gelert the Dog
One of the best known, and loved, folk-tales in Wales is the story of this most faithful of hounds…
