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The Story of Wales is presented by Huw Edwards
Explore the history of Wales and stories of its biggest icons, on both TV and radio.
The Story of Wales starts with a reconstruction of the earliest known human burial in Western Europe—the 'Red Lady' of Paviland, 29,000 years ago. Its epic story runs through Hywel Dda’s uniting Wales under one law, the Welsh at the heart of the Tudor court, through the immense pace of change in the country as coal mines and iron works flourished, right up to present day devolution.
The Story of Wales begins on 27 February at 9pm on BBC One Wales (available for those outside Wales on Sky channel 972, Freesat 964, or Virgin 864). Find more information on the BBC's Story of Wales page or visit The Story of Wales Facebook page.
BBC Radio Wales will broadcast an accompanying six-week series Histories of Wales, which looks at themes such as radicalism, migration, the family and war, with presenters including former First Minister Rhodri Morgan, from Sunday 19 February.
More about the TV and radio series
The Story of Wales on TV
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Huw Edwards brings the magical, thrilling and often surprising story of Wales to life. Read more about each episode Read more : The Story of Wales on TV
Histories of Wales on radio
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Six historians show how a theme they feel passionate about has shaped Wales. Read more about each episode Read more : Histories of Wales on radio
Explore the Icons of Wales
Get your free Icons of Wales booklet
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Order your free Icons of Wales booklet and celebrate 11 prominent figures in Welsh history—then vote for who you think should be the 12th icon Read more : Get your free Icons of Wales booklet
Icons of Wales: Who's the missing icon?
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Which Welsh icon is missing from the Icons of Wales booklet? See suggestions from our panel and vote for your missing icon Read more : Icons of Wales: Who's the missing icon?
The Story of Wales in your area
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The Open University in Wales is running a series of events where you can discuss your Icons of Wales and dig deeper into ideas about... Read more : The Story of Wales in your area
More about Wales from The Open University
The Beginners' Welsh podcast
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Meet Welsh speakers - from Wales and beyond - and get to grips with some of the basics of their language. Read more : The Beginners' Welsh podcast
Wales: Culture and identity
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Wales is a vibrant nation with its own language, musical heritage and strong cultural identity. Central to this identity and a source of national pride,... Read more : Wales: Culture and identity
Welsh history and its sources
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This unit is a teaching and learning resource for anyone interested in Welsh history. It contains study materials, links to some of the most important... Read more : Welsh history and its sources
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Disappointed that I spotted at least two serious errors spoken by Hugh.
There is no definitive article before Gower. It is not "The Gower"-it is Gower. (same goes for Mumbles & Wirral)
There is only one Strait called Menai-there are not more, so it is The Menai Strait and not straits.
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It's sad that Gail does not even manage to get Huw's name spelt correctly!!!!