The effects of salmonella food poisoning are finally beginning to subside. So, why not continue the series on the ancient peoples of our land who were most likely food poisoned on a…
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 American Civil War: War of “Welshmen”
I mentioned this as my favourite fun fact in a recent interview with the BBC, so I decided to repost it. Not sorry! Did you know that arguably the most defining war…
Rheilffordd Corris: The Corris Railway in 1885
This 19th century John Thomas photograph depicts Rheilffordd Corris (Corris Railway) in 1885, when steam engine trains ruled the tracks. Rheilffordd Corris originally opened all the way back in 1859, back when…
The First Welsh-Born Prime Minister Was Not Lloyd-George But Billy Hughes
Here’s one for the Australian diaspora! Who Are We Talking About? Advertisement Though born on 25 September 1862 in London, Billy Hughes, born William Morris Hughes, considered himself Welsh. His parents, William…
The First World War & Its Effect on the Welsh Language
Did you know that the First World War was devastating for the Welsh language? It is estimated that around 20,000 Welsh speakers lost their lives during the “Great War”. It is also…