Welsh History Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jonathan Williams
Wales has become a very different place in a short period and the driving of the Industrial Revolution will put new economic pressures on an old industry and create new opportunities. In its wake Welsh nationalism in the modern sense begins to rise. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As the 18th century entered into its later half new movements, philosophies and agitations were start to create a new religious group in Wales with long term influence. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Tune: Cwm Rhondda, composed by John Hughes (1873 – 1932). Public Domain. Performances ℗ 2019 Richard Irwin Music® ISRC UKTU21900032. All rights reserved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today we talk about the establishment of Welsh literacy and the beginnings of modern Welsh poetry. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As the ideas of the enlightenment took hold and more people began to migrate from Wales it was found that English became the language of use by those in exile. But even among the exiles there was a desire to maintain their cultural and historic links to their Ancient British past. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The arrival of three different plants to British shores create the seeds of a complete change to society as a whole within a very short space of time. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
illegitimate births during the 18th century in Wales were considered to be more impactful that they turned out to be. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John Roberts goes from a farmer son and third mate on a slaver ship to one of the most successful pirates in the Golden Age of Piracy. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the King's chances steadily getting worse by the day small successes in south Wales give off a mirage of progress and false hope. Source: British Civil Wars, Commonwealth and Protectorate Website - http://bcw-project.org/ Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The royalists seek to expand their control in Wales only for there advances to fall flat and territorial losses leaving the area completely unable to rally to the Royalist cause. Source: British Civil Wars, Commonwealth and Protectorate Website - http://bcw-project.org/ Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wales turns out for Charles as they pick their king, the British king over the English nobility in the English Civil War with dire consequences for some. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As Parliamentarians and the King begin to choose sides, the Welsh are being forced into making choices of their own. Their deep loyalty to the monarch is being challenged. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Charles I is the new King of Britain. His influence on the ideas of monarchy and the development of printed news begins to change how the world is understood for an increasingly literate upper class. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Charles I is the new King of Britain. His influence on the ideas of monarchy and the development of printed news begins to change how the world is understood for an increasingly literate upper class. Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Politics influenced greatly the Stuarts in the midst of great change in England and Wales. We discuss why the Parliament became so important for Welsh representation. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Get some Welsh History Podcast Merch at teepublic.com/stores/welsh-history-podcast Celtic Impulse Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
At the beginning of the 17th Century a new dynasty rose to the throne and a number of Welsh people rose to greater and greater heights. We talk about a few of them.
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As the Tudor period ends powerful men establish Welsh culture, language, and their place in the English hierarchy.
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In this episode we talk about the Quakers and first colonists from Wales to settle in Pennsylvania.
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During Early Modern Wales life is a constant struggle for people how they lived and how the looked at life is the focus in this episode.
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From the 16th century onward society and the economy of Wales grows and advances as stability and population growth drives both the best and worst of consequences for the people.
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From ancient times to the present day Wales and the sea were important to each other. From fishing, to mythology, to invaders, to exploration all came and moved by the sea that surrounds the country on three sides. In this episode we talk about Welsh naval experience into the 17th century.
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The bible is a document that we take for granted in our language today. For Wales it was a key document in the persevering the written language in an official way during an era where it was definitely on the back burner.
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Anglicanism and the end of Monastic tradition in Wales.
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Changes in society come to Wales as the Renaissance desire for literacy and knowledge starts to inform the upper classes.
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Henry VIII's conflicts with his wife, his lords, and his church were about the focus some major changes on Wales and England.
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After nearly 100 years of troubles the Marcher Lordships were in decay and the Tudor legacy for Wales began to be reformed by the Son of Henry VII.
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As the Tudor period commences a whole new world was about to begin. The rise of the Council for Wales and the Marches creates a whole new way to administer the Principality and the marcher lords.
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Shakespeare wrote about it, legends have grown around it, the end of the War of the Roses is here as both parties arrive at Bosworth.
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Henry arrives in Wales and appeals to the Welsh to join him in overthrowing the English King.
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The time is coming to choose sides... with supporters on both sides waffling Henry begins invasion plans in earnest.
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As Richard tries to make friends Henry begins his grab for the throne.
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Richard seizes power, the enemies of the new king begin to coalesce and Henry and Jasper gain their freedom.
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The kingdom is at peace but the Tudors continue to be a focus for the powers in Western Europe.
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Peace finally achieved, all the contenders seemingly off the field, will Wales and the Tudors adjust to the new reality.
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King Edward clears the field and few are left standing.
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After years of feeling taken advantage of Earl of Warwick, Richard Neville has finally reached his breaking point.
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For seven years the men in Harlech defended and raided their way into the history books. Along with Jasper Tudor they were the only resistance left in Britain to the Yorkists for almost half a decade.
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King Edward now controls England and Wales. He has an opportunity to put his stamp on it and he has brought his best man on it William Herbert.
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Richard Duke of York is dead... but a new challenger appeared and the Tudors would pay for it.
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The Yorkists and Lancastrians battle for the heart of England, Richard makes a play for kingship but only finds a paper crown and Jasper firms up Wales defenses.
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When most people think about powerful Tudor names I am pretty sure Jasper is not one of them but his slow climb to become one of the most powerful men in England reaches the summit on this episode.
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King Henry has an idea how to end the War of the Roses, lets hold a Love Day.
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Edmund Tudor has been commissioned to deal with a rebellious Welsh Lord.
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The time has come the opening of the War of Roses begins in the abbey town of St. Albans.
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With the collapse of Henry VI York and his Marcher allies attempt to wrest control of England. And why did so many Welshmen get involved.
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Today we look at the powerful men that participated in the War of the Roses and their influence in Wales.
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The Hundred Year's War comes to a messy end and powerful people plot.
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The life of Owen Tudor was a complicated mess, it was about to get much worse.
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From mythic beginnings the Tudurs rose from obscurity to prominence during the middle ages in Wales. Little knowing that this minor noble serving Llewelyn the Great would see the family name come to conquer England at the beginning of its rise to Empire.
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From paper, to apprenticeships, to the rise of literacy the end of the 15th Century saw a cultural shift at a time when the printing press was about to take it to a whole new level. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
In a time of massive change society in Wales was in flux. Plagues stocked the land, populations stagnated yet change flourished. The old noble families were falling, nuevo riche were rising and the poorer classes were moving both to new areas and co-marrying with English families You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
In the aftermath of plague and rebellion the Catholic Church sought to rise again. In the face of many changes they tried to finance a new generation of buildings and expansions. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
As Wales transitions under English rule Cymraeg, Welsh, also has to change and the areas where it is remains reduces dramatically in the face of English pressure. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
In a Post Glyndwr Wales times were hard for some, filled with existential thoughts for others, and an opportunity to rebuild for a small minority. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
Owain's end is one of mythology which creates little more than speculation. Meanwhile, in reality the Welsh society he tried to rule is left with the ashes of his defeat. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
With King Henry's flanks secured and Aberystwyth under siege the end is on the horizon for Owain Glyndwr the Prince of Wales. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
The English are on the march and there appears to be little Owain can do. A weapon makes its first concerted appearance at one of Edward's Castles. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
The trouble with Scottish succession, and Owain attempt to govern his land and the culture of the late middle ages. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
Owain appeals to the Pope, Henry appeals to French pocketbooks. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
Henry prepares, negotiates and possibly finding a truce. Meanwhile, the people of Wales suffer. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
The arrival of the French troops leads nowhere useful for Owain. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
Percy launches the Northern Rebellion and France prepares to help their allies. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
Today we take a bit of a different discussion as I talk about my book collection and what might be of interest to the listeners! You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
With the Cambrian French alliance signed Owain turned to his English allies for help in fashioning a new political reality. In England Prince Henry has finally recovered. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
In the Summer of 1404 the Prince of Wales and the King of France negotiated the first treaty between Wales as a nation and a foreign power. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
The larger context of the 100 years war and the reason why the French might want to intervene. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
The Welsh war now moved to the towns, castles and Alliances as Owain is hoping to force the English to the peace table. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
As the English fume, flee and flail, Owain begins his quest to set Wales on a path of Independence. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
Owain calls his banner man and Hotspur meets his demise. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
With the victory at Bryn Glas, Owain had a powerful chip and Henry misplayed it. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
Today we talk about family history in this bonus episode of the podcast. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
The Battle of Bryn Glas brings Owain Glyn Dwr renown and Henry humiliation. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
Owain strikes across the old Principality raising a familiar banner as Henry loses hearts and minds. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
The Welsh begin to leave England, Henry calls for harsh measures and Owain looks for aid from a foreign power. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
Owain has finally reached his limit thanks to an English noble named Lord Grey. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com You can support the podcast at podbean.com/WelshHistoryPodcast Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
Richard II meets his end, at the hands of his cousin and Owain is the central figure in the prophecy of bards and poets. But is he ready to take centre stage? You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
A new ill prepared young king, an old Lawyer with nobility on both sides of the border and a young man who was his ward make up the discussion for this episode. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
This week it is part 2 of my interview with Siân Esther Powell from the Celtic Myths & Legends Podcast to talk about Welsh legends and its effect on history. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
This week I am joined by Siân Esther Powell from the Celtic Myths & Legends Podcast to talk about Welsh legends and its effect on history. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com
During the 14th century the Catholic Church suffered one of its more dangerous developments, people were starting to question its version of Christianity.You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
On this episode we pick up on the continuation and expansion of the Welsh language from the old to the middle Welsh and why it continues to be important. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
As the Plague ran through its first course the last surviving heir to the main line of the Kingdom of Gwynedd was planning a return to Wales and to defeat the English. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
In 1349 after years of English rule a new invader came to Wales and it killed without remorse, without mercy, and without concern to what your status may be in the world. What we now call the Plague arrived. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With the transition of Wales in the early part of the 14th century came a more Welsh left the country to fight in foreign wars, and to serve the King domestically as the nobility tried to regain their positions in Welsh society. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
The Conquest of Wales was over, the turn of the century saw most of Welsh resistance localize or extinguish. But in the midst of this Edward's new conquest felt not only a military change but an economic and social one. In a century the Wales of the past would change dramatically, yet in the face of change the people carried on. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
In the wake of Edward's victory we need to talk about how he enforced it, what it meant on the ground to those not of the nobility, and how this created long term instability in Wales until the end of the Plantagenet Line. Also where this podcast is going after finishing this major milestone. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Llywelyn casts his lot with the uprising and in doing so brings an end to titular Welsh independence. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
The Welsh buckle under English rule and Dafydd ap Gruffudd looks to lead the revolt. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With Llywelyn defeated Edward piles on and the Prince lives with a title with no actual principality to rule. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With all around him dark and terrible, Llywelyn decides to make it worse. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Henry is dead, Edward ascends the throne and the Marcher Lords being the process of driving Llywelyn to rash actions. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With peace confirmed we talk a little time to discuss local officials and their influence on Welsh society. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
The 2nd Baron War brings an end to de Montfort and the war between Llywelyn and Henry III. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Llywelyn goes on the offensive as Edward takes command and de Montfort returns from exile. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
This week we talk about Llywelyn's frustrated attempts to sue for peace with the English Monarchy. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
As Edward and Henry fight internal troubles Llywelyn grabs for titles and allies as he seeks to forge a proper independent kingdom. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Llywelyn gathers strength and allies while the Crown Prince tries to fight back. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Llywelyn is in charge and Edward, Prince of England is unhappy about it. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With the sons of Gruffudd coming to blows, only one will hold on to Gwynedd as the son of Henry III comes to influence. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Henry III won, yet he keeps the Welsh kingdom of Gwynedd intact and the sons of Gruffudd take over join rule. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With Llywelyn gone, Dafydd takes over as king, his reign is short and ill remembered. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
To run a kingdom you need a lot of people doing a lot of things you don't really hear a lot about. Here are a few of them. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With peace appearing to reign Llywelyn turns to his next big project. Creating a legacy of stability in Wales. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
He was never called John the first but King John was a thorn in the side of Llywelyn. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
He is young, angry and looking for revenge. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Norman, Welshman, priest. The formidiable Gerald features in this episode. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
A French order supported by Normans becomes a Welsh mainstay in the 12th century. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
The dynasty of Aberffraw offers its first real leader as Owain rises to power, and the Anglo Normans fall into the Anarchy. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
In the South the old kingdoms are falling, and in their place are the domains of the Marcher lords. We briefly discuss why they gained traction so quickly and what they would have offered to a Welsh Peasant living in Monmouth or Glamorgan. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
For a brief moment in time, Wales had a new leading country... but it was not to last. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
From the 12th to 13th centuries the crusades had a strong effect on Europe. From story telling, to breeding hatred, to creating religous zeal. This was also the case in Wales where the Crusades had a popular influence. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
After years of trying Gruffudd is now King but can he maintain leadership while another Welsh Kingdom reigns supreme? Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Gruffudd is down but by no means out! Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
This week we talk about of the first really Chronicled founder of the final Gwynedd Dynasty. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
As the 12th century begins and Deheubarth falls to the Normans their Princess plays an important role. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
We finally look at the source of the Laws of Hywel and what they mean. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
The Normans are here and they are about to set their sights on Wales. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
A man named William arrives and changes everything for the island of Britain. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Gruffudd ap Llewylyn is the the first and last King of Wales. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
The Merfyn line falls and then tries to rise once more as a new and one of the most significant figure in Welsh history prepares to make the stage. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Happy Holidays 2017 before we enter the new year we talk briefly about the origins of the Red Dragon. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Maredudd, called once the great king of the Britains leads the line of Merfyn off a cliff as the third great line is about to ascend. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
As we reach the end of the 10th century the descendents of Hywel try to unite Wales once more as threats from without and within seek to end the line of Merfyn. We are once again holding a charity live stream and you can help us reach our goal. http://distractionsmedia.com/donations Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Before we move on from the 1st Millenium we discuss Gwent. We are once again holding a charity live stream and you can help us reach our goal. http://distractionsmedia.com/donations Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With the arrival of the Year 1000 things are about to change and in the face of change Wales may break. We are once again holding a charity live stream and you can help us reach our goal. http://distractionsmedia.com/donations Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With the death of Hywel Dda the sons of Idwal have returned and they are out for blood against their cousins. We are once again holding a charity live stream and you can help us reach our goal. http://distractionsmedia.com/donations Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With the death of the Sons of Rhodri a figure of towering influence rises to power as the first legitimate King of Wales. Hywel ap Cadell We are once again holding a charity live stream and you can help us reach our goal. http://distractionsmedia.com/donations Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
With the death of Rhodri his sons begin to become the terror in Wales and their influence will be long standing for the rest of Welsh Independence. We are once again holding a charity live stream and you can help us reach our goal. http://distractionsmedia.com/donations Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Jon talks about the podcast and where it is headed for 2017 and 2018. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
Rhodri the Great well known as the head of the dynasty that leads Gwynedd and this is the story of how this all began and what influence he had on the Northern Welsh Kingdoms. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
This week we focus on how the way warfare was centralized in Wales. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
This week Merfyn the Freckled arrives as king of Gwynedd. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
The Welsh finally get Mercia off their back in time for the noisy new neighbours arrive. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
The rise of Gwynedd in the 9the century has some shakey beginnings in the shadow of Mercia. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
This week we talk about the biggest change of the 9th century, the rise of the Welsh language. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com
As the Mercian domination grows in the mid 8th century Offa becomes their king for around almost 40 years. His influence on Wales will be felt to this day. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com/
As the tide of Northumbrian power starts to ebb it finds the old enemy ready to take its place and in doing so creates a massive issue for the Welsh border kingdoms north and south. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
With all eyes in the North over the past 100 years we finally catch up with what has been going one with the West Saxons and their Welsh neighbours. Please consider becoming a supporter at:http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
The Welsh History Podcast turns one this week. I wanted to take a break and discuss an exciting new project for the podcast and one that involves you our listeners. http://patreon.com/WelshHistory You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
Today the Old North is just that old. But its influence on Welsh history is emense and this we we are going to discuss why. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
This week we talk about the Elephant in the early medieval room... Geoffrey Monmouth and his influence on Welsh History and why he is everything wrong about mythmaking as History. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
Two decades and three major battles sees kings falling like flies as they compete for control of Britain. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
We look at the origins of the disputes between Rome and Welsh Christianity. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
The King of Gwynedd is on the march against the Northumbrians... or is he really a Northern British King? You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
The beginning of the 7th century sees the British on the backfoot and a new Anglican kingdom in the north is trying to push the Welsh apart from their allies to the north. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
This week Glen Longwell from the Glen and Dean show talks to me about his self published novel The Dead Letters. You can find his book here: https://www.amazon.com/Dead-Letters-D-G-Longwell-ebook/dp/B01L9THQWA/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1491191287&sr=1-1&keywords=The+Dead+Letters+longwell You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
It's good to be the King. As long as you can trust everyone around you. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
Relationships and how they were constructed in medieval Wales are the focus of this episode. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
As the Welsh are pushed further into the West Christianity expands to Ireland and the Celtic Church rises You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
We take a look at kings under condemnation from Gildas and discuss why the Western kings were considered to be so troublesome. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
Happy belated St. David's Day, lets talk about the patron Saint of Wales. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
It was the language likely spoken by the original tribes of iron age britain. Transformed by long term merger with Latin and created anew. Brythonic returns as the main language of society and slowly heads to the path of the Welsh language. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
As we move firmly into the beginnings of the medieval period it is a good time to talk about life in rural Wales. What they wore, what they likely experience and how that defined them. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
For coastal Wales the problems of raiders and invaders comes not from Saxons but from the Irish. We discuss why these areas were slow to react to the rise of the Saxons and how it determined the focus of late antiquity. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
With the end of the peace comes the end of the British and the beginning of the Welsh. It all happens in a battle at Dyrham. You can find everything we do at DistractionsMedia.com Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
His name first appears in the History of Britain by Nennius. Credited for saving Britain, at least the Celtic half. From the Saxon hordes. We take some time to talk about Welsh national myth making this week. Clip: Monty Python and the Holy GrailSource: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8bqQ-C1PSEArtist: Monty Python Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
The Saxons and others have arrived. Now the real trouble starts. Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
The Anglo Saxons arrive to the shores of Britain and the debate rages over who they are and how influencial the original settlers were on the land. Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
The sources have informed us for over 1000 years how the Saxons arrived in Britain. Here is their version. Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297Artist: http://incompetech.com/
Happy Holidays, and Merry Christmas. This episode we talk about SOME of the traditions around the Christ Mass in Wales.
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In the early stages of history kings, tyrants, and strong men begin to take over the former districts and provinces of Roman Britain giving us our first Kingdoms of Britain.
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With the Old Gods being consigned to myth and sainthood we talk this week about Christianity, Patrick and the rise and fall of Pelagianism.
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Wales along with most of Roman Britain was likely had some Christians during the last century of Roman rule. But by the 5th Century the old gods remained and we will talk about what we suspect might be them.
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As we finally reach the history of Wales and beginning of the Medieval era we will need to talk sources, mostly old monks. As well as how we will work with their bias and develop our own conclusions.
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Before we enter the Medieval era it is time to take on another touchy subject... Memory. Historians have come to understand there is a big difference between what people remember or memorialize and what is history. Today we are going talk about it in light of the subjects up ahead. Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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The year is 410 AD the traditional end of the Roman occupation of Britain. With the end of centralized rule what replaces it, how can we come to any conclusions with the sources almost nonexistent?
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The 3rd and 4th centuries are times of prosperity and wealth in Britain, at least for some parts. With the rise of local usurpers and the Diocletian reforms Roman Britain returns to peace just in time for Christianity to arrive.
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As we move into the second century of Roman rule what was life like for a Roman Britain at various levels? We talk about it on this episode.
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After 50 years of constant source information we are now largely in the dark again. But Roman Britain is now home of the usurpers seeking to claim the Roman Empire.
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Wales is now a part of Roman Britain what is the outcome and how does this change the landscape and the way the British Perceive themselves.
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Southern England is now firmly in the hands of the Romans, the Iceni no longer a client kingdom but even as the soft hand used for most of the former British tribes the Silures and Brigantes once again raise trouble.
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This week the war against the Druids in Angelsey and stealing land of the Iceni leads to a massive uprising which destroys two communities and ends major resistance in Roman Britain.
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The Silures of South Wales, confronted with the reality of Roman dominion, fight as hard as anyone else to remain free. They will hold out for the longest of the Welsh tribes.
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With the Romans advancing the Welsh being their resistance as King Caractacus begins to build opposition within the Welsh tribes on the borders with Roman Britain.
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Today we talk about what Claudius did when he "won" the war. The fact that it took over 30 years to win Roman Britain notwithstanding.
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Ave and welcome to the Pax Romana tribes of Britannia. Claudius and the boys arrive to a rather warm reception as long as you avoid the noisy neighbours to the North and West.
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With the arrival of the Romans to Britain trade between Romanized Gaul and Britain picks up as the South Eastern British tribes start to crave the advantages of Roman culture. Wales however likely only felt the problems of Roman contact.
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Today we talk about one of the biggest mysteries of Iron Age Britain. The Druids.
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This week Julius Caesar decides it is time to cross the English Channel as the Romans arrive in Britain for the first time and the trade and cultural influence of Britain by the Romans begins in earnest.
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This week we talk about the Tribes in Wales, and give some Roman background.
Welsh Tribes pre-Roman Demetae (Pembrokeshire) Silures (South Wales Ordovices (Mid Wales) Deceangli (North Wales)
Richard Madgwick and Jacqui Mulville, Feasting on fore-limbs: conspicuous consumption and identity in later prehistoric Britain, Antiquity, Volume 89, Issue 345, June 2015, pp 629-644.
H. H. Scullard, From the Gracchi to Nero: A History of Rome 133 BC to AD68, 5th Edition, Routledge: London, 2000, 112-130.
Christopher S. Mackay, Ancient Rome: A Military and Political History, Cambridge University Press: Cambridge, 2004, 139-158.
Finally we get a historical picture of the British Isle but for the Greeks it was a place of Myth for Rome one of untold wealth and finally the Iron Age is about to clash with the Roman Age.
The Iron Age is in high gear and the borderlands of Britain are being divided by they developing hillforts.
Rodden, Judith. American Anthropologist, New Series, 68, no. 6 (1966): 1572. Hill, J. D. "The Pre-Roman Iron Age in Britain and Ireland (ca. 800 B.C. to A.D. 100): An Overview." Journal of World Prehistory 9, no. 1 (1995): 47-98 Bell, Martin, and Neumann Heike. "Prehistoric Intertidal Archaeology and Environments in the Severn Estuary, Wales." World Archaeology 29, no. 1 (1997): 95-113. I. M. Stead (1982). The Cerrig-y-Drudion ‘Hanging Bowl’. The Antiquaries Journal, 62, pp 221-234. Thurston, Tina. "Unity and Diversity in the European Iron Age: Out of the Mists, Some Clarity?" Journal of Archaeological Research 17, no. 4 (2009): 347-423. Eric A. Powell. Hillforts of the Iron Age, Archaeology Magazine, October 7, 2015, http://www.archaeology.org/issues/196-1511/letter-from/3760-letter-from-wales-iron-age-hillforts Accessed June 26, 2016. Ali Vowles, The Saltford Carthaginan Coin, BBC Points West, 13 April 2015, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxZ2yawqT_g
One of biggest arguments about the iron age in Britain is about whether there were or were not Celts.We are going to talk about it before we can enter the iron age.
Matthew Arnold, The Study the Celtic Literature, The University of Adelaide, April 2015, https://ebooks.adelaide.edu.au/a/arnold/matthew/celtic-literature/part4.html Accessed: June 21, 2016.
Catherine Holtham-Oakley, The Rise and Fall of the ‘C’ word (Celts), Heritage Daily, http://www.heritagedaily.com/2012/01/the-rise-and-fall-of-the-c-word-celts/23175 Accessed June 14, 2016 Welsh people could be most ancient in UK, DNA suggests, BBC News Website, June 19, 2012, http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-18489735 accessed June 12, 2016 Jane Webster, A Dirty Window on the Iron Age? Recent Developments in the Archaeology of Pre‐Roman Celtic Religion, Understanding Celtic Religion Revisiting the Pagan Past, University of Wales Press, 2015. Barry Cunliffe, Britain Begins, Oxford University Press: Oxford, 2012.
Peter Berresford Ellis, A Brief History of the Celts, Robinson: London, 2003. Jean Manco, Blood of the Celts: The New Ancestral Story, Thames & Hudson: London, 2015. Stephen Oppenheimer, The Origins of the British, Robinson: London, 2007.
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Today we look at burial practices as well as some good luck practices which appear to have started in the Bronze age and carry on today.
Resources Pearson, Mike et al. 2015. "Craig Rhos-y-felin: a Welsh bluestone megalith quarry for Stonehenge." Antiquity 89, no. 348: 1331-1352.
Hall, Mark, and Joanna Bruck. 2010. "Women, Death and Social Change in the British Bronze Age Comments by Mark Hall." Norwegian Archaeological Review43, no. 1: 77-85.
____, Homo neanderthaenis, What does it mean to be human, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, http://humanorigins.si.edu/evidence/human-fossils/species/homo-neanderthalensis Accessed June 7, 2016.
Owoc, Mary Ann, Aspects of Ceremonial Burial in the Bronze Age of South-west Britain, Department of Archaeology and Prehistory University of Sheffield, http://etheses.whiterose.ac.uk/3510/1/341799_vol1.pdf Accessed June 7, 2016.
Bronze age urn found in Rhiw http://www.rhiw.com/hanes_pages/rhiw_urn/urn_rhiw.jpg Accessed June 7, 2016
Schlee, Duncan, The excavation of Fan round barrow, near Talsarn, Ceredigion, 2010–11, Archaeologia Cambrensis, 162 (2013), 67–104.
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In this episode we discuss how stratification made for some interesting bronze age burials.
Resources Strabo, Geographica book 4 chapter 5: Britain, Ireland, and Thule. http://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Strabo/4E*.html
Amebury Archer http://www.bbc.co.uk/guides/z874kqt#z9jr4wx
The Mold Cape http://www.bbc.co.uk/guides/z874kqt
The Mold Cape, British Museum http://www.britishmuseum.org/about_us/tours_and_loans/uk_loans_and_tours/archive_tours/mold_gold_cape.aspx
Wrexham Government site PDF explaining the modern and ancient understanding of the gold cape. http://www.wrexham.gov.uk/assets/pdfs/museum/treasures/moldcape_e.pdf
David R. Howell, Cape of a Nation's Hopes, History Today, Volume: 63 Issue: 12 2013.
Roberts, Benjamin W. Production Networks and Consumer Choice in the Earliest Metal of Western Europe, Journal of World Prehistory, November 2009, pgs. 461 - 481.
Stone, Richard, Mystery Man of Stonehenge, Smithsonian, August 2005 Vol. 36, Issue 5.
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This week it is all about turning stone into bronze as we enter the Bronze Age. Please be sure to give us a rating and review on iTunes and Google Play.
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Resources this week: Alex Gibson, "The timber circle at Sarn-y-Bryn-Caled, Welshpool, Powys: ritual and sacrifice in Bronze Age mid-Wales." Antiquity 66.250 (1992): 84+. World History in Context. Web. 28 May 2016. S.P. Beedham et al., Developments in the Early Bronze Age Metallurgy of Southern Britain, World Archeaology, Vol. 20, No. 3, (Feb 1989, pp. 383-402. Stephen V. Grancsay, Irish Bronze Age Weapons, The Metropolitan Museum of Art Bulletin, New Series, Vol. 7, No. 7 (Mar. 1949), pp. 181-185. Joan J. Taylor, The Oliver Davis Lecture: The First Golden Age of Europe Was in Ireland and Britain (Circa 2400-1400 BC), Ulster Journal of Archaeology, Third Series, Vol. 57(1994), pp. 37-60. The Geography of Strabo, published in Vol. II of the Loeb Classical Library edition, 1923, http://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Strabo/4E*.html Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com/
This week we explore the Neolithic period and talk about henges. Resources
Driver, T., Clegyr Boia, Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales, 2007. http://www.coflein.gov.uk/en/site/305389/details/CLEGYR+BOIA/
Fitch, Simon et al. West Coast Palaeolandscapes Survey, University of Birmingham, 2011.
Smyth, Jessica, The house and group identity in the Irish Neolithic, Proceedings of the Royal Irish Academy. Section C: Archaeology, Celtic Studies,History, Linguistics, Literature, Vol. 111C, Special Issue: Domestic life in Ireland (2011), pp.1-31
Thomas, Julian, Death Identity and the Body in Neolithic Britain, The Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute, Vol. 6, No. 4 (Dec., 2000), pp.653-668.
Nash, George, Mechanisms of Production and Exchange: Early Prehistoric Perforated Bead Production and Use in Southwest Wales, Time and Mind: The Journal of Archaeology, Consciousness and Culture, Volume 5—Issue 1, March 2012, pp. 73–84. Music: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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The land of Wales for the past few thousand years has almost been completely covered in ice. As the ice shield retreats humans return and this time they appear to be staying.
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Further Resources: Resources Clark , Chris et al., Pattern and timing of retreat of the last British-Irish Ice Sheet, Quaternary science reviews, 2012, vol:44.
Cunliffe, Barry 2001. Facing the Ocean: The Atlantic and Its Peoples, 8000 BC to AD 1500. Oxford University Press.
Cunliffe, Barry, Britain Begins. Oxford University Press 2012.
BBC News. 2013, Stone Age carved wooden post found at Rhondda wind farm, dated 17– 07– 2013 Available online at: http:// www.bbc.co.uk/ news/ uk-wales-23349783.
Little, Malcolm. Hunters, Fishers and Foragers in Wales: Towards a Social Narrative of Mesolithic Lifeways (Kindle Locations 7346-7347). Oxbow Books. Kindle Edition.
_____, The Lost Land of Our Ancestors, Dyfed Archaeology Trust, http://www.dyfedarchaeology.org.uk/lostlandscapes/index.html.
Nash, George, Mechanisms of Production and Exchange: Early Prehistoric PerforatedBead Production and Use in Southwest Wales,Time & Mind Journal, 2012, Vol. 5, Pt. 1, pp. 73-84
Lennis, Eva, Mesolithic Heritage in Early Neolithic Burial Rituals and Personal Adornment, Documenta Praehistorica XXXIV (2007)
Time Team Battle of the Flint Knapping, Uploaded on Oct 8, 2011, Series 13 Episode 9: Sussex Ups and Downs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sT99CvsSt1Q
MagicOak, Phil Harding Flint, Uploaded October 5, 2011 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7s0e8MN5x0
Time Team, Rescuing a Mesolithic Foreshore, Series 11 Episode 3 Uploaded Sep 29, 2014 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MPUaqXVh08
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Welcome to the home of the Welsh History Podcast.
Hosted by Jonathan Williams this podcast brings together history, culture, literature, myth, and storytelling to give a complete history of Wales from the Stone Age to the Modern Age. Presenter's Background:
Jonathan has a bachelor's degree in history and has completed some course work on a Master's degree. He is Canadian born and has Welsh grandparents. From 1999 to 2003 and again in 2011 Jonathan lived and worked in Wales and two of his children were born in Cardiff.
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