Schoolchildren from Llanelli have taken part in a celebration of the life of Owain Glyndwr in Carmarthen on the 616th anniversary of his proclaiming himself Prince of Wales.
The event on Owain Glyndwr Day Friday September 16 was part of the Children’s Festival of Welsh History which has over 130 shows at heritage sites all over Wales.
Carmarthenshire County Council Community First team arranged for pupils from Penygaer School and Old Road School to attend the event outside Carmarthen Castle, one of Wales most important castles.
The children had the chance to meet the rebel Prince of Wales in an interactive performance aimed at children aged 6 – 11 years of age. The show highlighted to the children what caused the rebellion; what happened during those twelve years in battle, and why do we still remember Owain Glyndŵr as one of the greatest Welsh heroes of all time.
After years of oppression by the Marcher Lords and the English crown, one brave Welshman decided enough was enough. He dreamed of an independent Wales, and in 1400 proclaimed himself Prince of Wales. He was the last native Welshman to hold the title.
He led a twelve year rebellion against the English rule in Wales, and although initially successful, in the end, Owain Glyndŵr was forced to retreat.
The castle has an interesting and violent history with many battles fought nearby over control of the castle, with one of the most famous incidents in the early 1400s when the castle was repeatedly taken by Owain Glyndwr during his rebellion, but recaptured by the King himself.
The event, Owain Glyndŵr – The Rebel Prince of Wales, was held under the Community Involvement Plan.
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