Historical Events tagged with "celtic struggles"
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Military & Warfare
Death of Llywelyn ap Gruffudd at Cilmeri
December 11th, 1282 742 years ago
Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, the last Prince of Wales, was killed at the Battle of Orewin Bridge near Builth Wells. His death marked a significant turning point in Welsh resistance against English rule, occurring during the ongoing conflict over Welsh independence. The battle saw Llywelyn leading his forces against the English, eager to maintain their autonomy during a tumultuous era of conquest. The confrontation was fierce, and despite his bravery, Llywelyn was ultimately slain, altering the course of Welsh history.
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