Unit 1: Welsh history

Rhys ap Gruffudd, also known as ‘The Lord Rhys’ came from a royal Welsh family that ruled Deheubarth. He is seen as a ruler who restored Welsh power and strengthened Welsh culture.

Owain Glyndŵr led the last major Welsh revolt against English rule between 1400 and 1415 and his followers proclaimed him to be ‘Prince of Wales'.

The Tudor dynasty began when Henry VII became king in 1485. They transformed Wales through changes to its government, religion and laws.

James I to the Restoration: key events in Britain and Wales on religion, Parliament, the Civil War, Welsh involvement, and the return of Charles II.