If there is one historical thing we should collectively reclaim from our neighbours, it is the Welsh longbow. The Welsh longbow’s use was first documented by Gerald of Wales in 1188, in…
Author: Niklas George
Niklas is the founder, owner, manager, editor, writer, video creator, voice over artist, and so forth, of Welsh Histories. He is passionate about the preservation of Welsh culture; the rejuvenation of the Welsh language and the promotion of Welsh history. Niklas currently resides in Pune, Maharashtra, with his beloved wife.
The Welsh Origins of the Jolly Roger
Did you know that the feared Jolly Roger flag often associated with pirates is believed to have been first used by Welsh pirate, Bartholomew Roberts? That’s according to the 1724 book, A…
Simon Weston and His Survival Story will Inspire You
A giant penblwydd hapus must go out today to British Army veteran Simon Weston, who was born in Caerphilly (and raised in Nelson) on this day (8 August) in 1961. Simon is…
Henry Tudor and His March Through Cymru
It was on this day (7 August) in 1485 when Henry Tudor landed at Mill Bay (Pembrokeshire) on his road to the Battle of Bosworth. He then marched through Wales, mustering support…
Celebrating Billy Boston on his 91st Birthday
A giant penblwydd hapus must go out to the greatest rugby league player to ever hail from Cymru, Billy Boston, who turns 91 years old today. Billy was born at Angelina Street,…