The Rest Is HistoryNovember 29, 2022

267: Wales: The Roar of the Red Dragon

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About This Episode

What are the origins of Wales? And how do the Welsh define themselves against Englishness? As England play Wales in the World Cup today, Tom and Dominic are joined by Martin Johnes, Professor of History at the University of Swansea, to explore the age old rivalry between the two nations. Join The Rest Is History Club (www.restishistorypod.com) for ad-free listening to the full archive, weekly bonus episodes, live streamed shows and access to an exclusive chatroom community. *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook

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Wales, England's Colony

Martin Jones

“Martin Jones, Professor of History at the University of Swansea, discusses his book 'Wales, England's Colony' which explores the historical relationship between Wales and England.”

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Wolf Hall

Hilary Mantel

“The mention refers to Thomas Cromwell's project of social democratic modernization, as described by Hilary Mantel.”

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“The speaker references a book that suggests the narrative about the Welsh language and education in the 19th century is exaggerated and oversimplified.”

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