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September 18, 1400

First Action of Glyn Dwrs Revolt as Welsh Rebels Capture Town of Ruthin.

Owain Glyn Dwr raises standard of revolt against England- declaring Welsh independence.

Conway Castle taken by Welsh rebels under William and Rhys ap Tudor

First action of Glyn Dwrs revolt as Welsh rebels capture town of Ruthin.

Owain Glyn Dwr, leader of the last major armed Welsh protest against English rule, was both formidable tactician and visionary statesman. Rees Davies assesses how close he came to realising his dream of an independent Wales.