Tag: 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,…

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,…