Welsh History Podcast

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He is young, angry and looking for revenge.  Welsh History Podcast is a proud member of the Evergreen Podcast Network. You can support the podcast at patreon.com/WelshHistory 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

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We finally look at the source of the Laws of Hywel and what they mean. They will have lasting consequences for Wales into the 16th century. Please consider becoming a supporter at: http://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=USUAN1100297  Artist: http://incompetech.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Normans are here and they are about to set their sights on Wales.  Please consider becoming a supporter at: http://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=USUAN1100297  Artist: http://incompetech.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A man named William arrives and changes everything for the island of Britain.  Please consider becoming a supporter at: http://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=USUAN1100297  Artist: http://incompetech.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices