Hywel Dda
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History of Hywel Dda, who unified Wales in the 10th century and created a new legal system.
History of Hywel Dda (Hywel the Good), who conquered the various kingdoms of Wales in the 10th century in pursuit of his dream of a unified Wales. Discussion of the importance of his law books ( known as 'The Laws of Hywel Dda') in the history of the Welsh language.
From:
The Story of Welsh Battles and Borrowings
First broadcast
:
08 January 2003
Teachers' notes
Age Group : 11-14
Subject : History
Topic : Medieval world
Keywords : War and conflict
Notes : What kind of place was Wales during the tenth century? Does Hywel deserve the title "Hywel Dda"? Huw Edwards describes Hywel Dda as "great empire builder" - why? How useful is Hywel Dda's law to historians? Visit bbc.co.uk/wales/storyofwelsh
