Twnnel Hafren (the Severn Tunnel) was opened to trains by the Great Western Railway (GWR) for the first time on 1 September 1886. It was designed by GWR chief engineer, John Hawkshaw,…
Martha Hughes Cannon
Did you know… the first female U.S. State Senator was from Llandudno? Advertisement Martha Hughes Cannon (1857 – 1932), born to Peter Hughes and Elizabeth Evans of Madoc Street, Llandudno, lived an…
The Four Unofficial Capitals of Wales
Did you know that Wales once had four unofficial capitals? Advertisement What Were They & Why? While there have been many towns and cities which have claimed the distinction over the years…
James James – Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau Composer
Today marks 193 years since the birth of James James, who is best known as the composer of the music which accompanies the lyrics of the Welsh national anthem, “Hen Wlad Fy…
Johnny Owen – The Merthyr Matchstick
I would like to begin the morning by paying my respects to a Welsh boxing legend who tragically passed away on this day (4 November) in 1980. Who Was Johnny Owen? Advertisement…