Welsh history
Resources that explore the rich and diverse history of Wales. These materials support the Curriculum for Wales and help bring Welsh history to life for learners in engaging and meaningful ways.
'Eras' in Welsh history
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Celtic and Roman Wales Includes ancient and classical periods of Welsh history, from the iron age up to c500AD
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Medieval Wales Resources relating to the medieval period of Welsh history, c500AD to 1485, including the Norman conquest and control of Wales
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Early modern Wales Includes resources to support the teaching of early modern Wales, c1485 to 1700, including the changes during the Tudor period
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Industrial Wales Resources to support the teaching of 18th and 19th century (1700 to 1900), including the development of industry and agriculture, and Wales' role in global trade
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Modern Wales Supports the teaching of the 20th and 21st century changes in Wales, including political, social and economic changes
Themes in Welsh history
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Exploring localities and historical sites Supports historical enquiries into local history, as well as virtual visits and tours
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The stories of diverse Welsh communities Resources to support the teaching of social history in Wales, including increasing social diversity
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Welsh language and literature Resources relating to the development and changes to the Welsh language, including traditional Welsh literature and stories
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Protests and rights Resources covering a wide range of protests and campaigns in Welsh history, including protests for political, worker and women's rights
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Significant Welsh people Includes resources that focus on key individuals whose lives have had significance in Welsh history
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Peace, conflict and cooperation Supports the teaching of peace and conflict, including significant conflicts in Welsh history, such as the First and Second World Wars
Discover more about Welsh history
- Newspaper archive
Search for newspaper articles on a range of different Welsh history topics and events
- Television news clips
Search for BBC Wales news clips
- Welsh history on S4C
Explore a variety of programmes on the S4C streaming channel on Hwb aimed at children and young people of all ages (login required)
- Welsh history on the BBC
BBC programmes and documentaries that focus on Welsh history
- People's Collection Wales
Search the website for a range of learning and teaching resources, maps and photographs
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