Welsh Icons - Leeks vs Daffodils

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A look at whether the leek or the daffodil is the rightful national emblem of Wales.

Is it the daffodil or is it the leek that is the rightful National emblem of Wales? - Eddie Butler tries to find out the answer to a vexed question. It's no easy challenge ... but it does provide some fascinating insights into Welsh history.
From: Welsh Icons
First broadcast : 01 March 2011

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 9-11,11-14

Subject : History

Topic : History of Wales and England 1880-1980, Modern Wales and Britain, Twentieth century world

Keywords : National emblems of Wales, Welsh icons, leek, daffodil, Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship

Notes : History use - use in study of the importance of emblems. Look at history of Edward Prince of Wales becoming King in 1936 and subsequent abdication. Explore where emblems come from. ESDGC use - study of national identity.

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