January 2025 - Discover Wales

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The Revolt of the Silures

The Revolt of the Silures was one of the most intense and prolonged resistances against Roman rule in Britain. This fierce tribe, native to what is now South Wales, waged a determined guerrilla war against the Roman legions, earning the admiration of even their enemies.…

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Owain Glyndŵr’s Rebellion

Owain Glyndŵr’s Rebellion was the most significant and sustained attempt by Wales to overthrow English rule. Spanning from 1400 to 1415, the revolt saw Welsh forces rise against King Henry IV, seizing castles, forming alliances, and declaring an independent Welsh state. Despite its eventual failure,…

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Cerys Matthews

Early Life and Background A Musical Childhood in Wales Cerys Elizabeth Matthews was born on April 11, 1969, in Cardiff, Wales, but spent much of her early life in Swansea. Growing up in a Welsh-speaking household, she developed a deep connection to Welsh culture, literature,…

— By NanashiJanuary 25, 20250 Comments

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The Battle of Maes Moydog

The Battle of Maes Moydog, fought in early 1295, was a critical engagement during the Rebellion of Madog ap Llywelyn against English rule. This confrontation marked a decisive turning point in Welsh resistance, showcasing the tactical ingenuity of the English forces and the resilience of…

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Geraint Thomas

Early Life and Background Growing Up in Cardiff Geraint Howell Thomas was born on May 25, 1986, in Cardiff, Wales. Raised in the Whitchurch area, he developed a love for cycling at an early age. His parents, Howell and Hilary, supported his budding interest in…

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Luke Evans

Early Life and Background A Welsh Upbringing in Pontypool Luke George Evans was born on April 15, 1979, in Pontypool, Wales, and raised in the nearby town of Aberbargoed. Growing up in a working-class family, Evans was the only child of Yvonne and David Evans,…

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The Rebellion of Madog ap Llywelyn

The Rebellion of Madog ap Llywelyn in 1294-1295 was one of the most significant uprisings against English rule in Wales during the medieval period. This rebellion was fueled by discontent over heavy taxation, oppressive governance, and the erosion of Welsh autonomy under Edward I. Below,…

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The Conquest of Wales by Edward I

The Conquest of Wales by Edward I in the late 13th century marked a turning point in Welsh history, ending centuries of resistance and solidifying English control over the region. This campaign, characterized by military precision and architectural dominance, reshaped the political and cultural landscape…

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Charlotte Church

Early Life and Background A Talented Child from Cardiff Charlotte Maria Reed, known professionally as Charlotte Church, was born on February 21, 1986, in Llandaff, Cardiff, Wales. Raised in a musical family, her natural talent for singing was evident from an early age. Charlotte’s stepfather,…

— By NanashiJanuary 22, 20250 Comments

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Michael Heseltine

Early Life and Education A Welsh Upbringing Michael Ray Dibdin Heseltine was born on March 21, 1933, in Swansea, Wales. Raised in a middle-class family, his father, Rupert, was a factory owner, and his mother, Eileen, was a homemaker. Heseltine’s Welsh roots remained a point…