Power Struggles

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Episode 2 of 6

Duration: 1 hour

Huw Edwards presents this major television history of Wales, showing the country in ways it has never been seen before. This Story of Wales spans seven centuries, from the building of a great frontier to Owain Glyndwr's epic struggle for independence. We meet the medieval kings who shaped Wales and watch a nation emerge out of their lust for power and land. Amidst battles with Vikings, Saxons and Normans, Welsh culture flourishes. But the death of the last native prince is followed by a century of plague and famine. Then, the charismatic Glyndwr leads a rebellion against the English Crown.

Credits

Series Producer
Phil George
Series Producer
John Geraint
Presenter
Huw Edwards
Director
Sophie Elwin Harris
Producer
Sophie Elwin Harris

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