It was on this day (7 July) in 1916 when the 38th (Welsh) Division were given the order to attack Mametz Wood during the First Battle of the Somme. Here’s an extract…
Category: Welsh Histories
Rudolf Hess: Kaiser of Abergavenny
Did you know that there was a “Kaiser of Abergavenny”? Well, that is a nickname often attributed to high ranking Nazi officer, Rudolf Hess, at least! Who Was Rudolf Hess & Why…
The Crwth: Ancient Welsh Instrument
Did you know that before the telyn (Welsh harp) became Wales‘ national instrument, we had the crwth? What is the Crwth? The crwth, as can be seen in the attached drawing (taken…
Bill Frost: Welsh Inventor Who Dreamed of the Skies
Did you know that one of the early inventors of a flying machine was a Welshman by the name of William (Bill) Frost? He is also believed to be the first person…
Aberystwyth University
Prifysgol Aberystwyth (Aberystwyth University) is a historic institution located in Aberystwyth, Cymru. Founded in 1872, it is one of the oldest (and most prestigious) universities in Cymru. The university has played a…