@famouswelshminds
Welsh history, people, and personality. Essays on notable (and overlooked) Welsh figures — what we know, what we don’t, and why they matter. ✍️ Long-form on Substack: https://substack.com/@famouswelshminds
NEW: The Lib Dems are demanding MPs get a vote on allowing the US to use UK air bases.
Leader Ed Davey says:
“No matter how the Prime Minister tries to redefine offensive as defensive, this is a slippery slope. He must not let Trump drag Britain into another prolonged war in the Middle East.”
Really interesting read.
Early medieval Wales was clearly not for the faint-hearted. 🌊
“Do the little things.” ✨
Beyond the daffodils 🌼 and costumes, who was St David?
My long-form look at the history, the myth, and the mind of Wales’ patron saint. 🏴
Can't wait to see how the left wing tactical voting against Reform plays out in the May elections! 🗳️
A new independent bookshop that pairs great reads with a good cup of tea is set to open this week
Here is the conclusion of my first three part series on Famous Welsh Minds.
I have worked through hypothesising on Jemima's MBTI type from the information available, and concluded the story of The Last Invasion of Britain.
Please let me know what you think 😊
#WelshHistory #MBTI
Here is the conclusion of my first three part series on Famous Welsh Minds.
I have worked through hypothesising on Jemima's MBTI type from the information available, and concluded the story of The Last Invasion of Britain.
Please let me know what you think 😊
#WelshHistory #MBTI
Later today I will be posting the third part about the surrender on 24th Feb 1797
And hypothesising about Jemima's MBTI personality 🤓
On the 23rd February 1797, the British commander withdrew — and the people of Fishguard were left to face the French army alone.
Jemima Nicholas emerges on the scene, and in Part II I explore the historical records behind the woman who came to symbolise Welsh resistance.
Part II is now live!
Shwmae pawb!👋
On this day in 1797, French troops landed at Fishguard — the last invasion of mainland Britain.
I’ve just published Part I of a three-part deep dive into the events and the story of Jemima Nicholas.
I’d love your thoughts if you read it.
Parts II & III follow over the next two days.
Thanks for the repost John! I hope you enjoyed Fishguard!
Shwmae pawb!👋
On this day in 1797, French troops landed at Fishguard — the last invasion of mainland Britain.
I’ve just published Part I of a three-part deep dive into the events and the story of Jemima Nicholas.
I’d love your thoughts if you read it.
Parts II & III follow over the next two days.
Never would have thought to make that connection! 😂 Excellent work from @dsquareddigest.bsky.social 📖
Any more details?
Very much on board with this - where should the statue be placed though? 👀
It seems quite medieval to me for a shire to be led by a floppy headed 19 year old.. 🐻
Shwmae pawb 👋
New long read on Gwenllian ferch Gruffudd — warrior princess, literary mystery, and a figure shaped as much by memory as by history.
Based on primary sources, later romantic retellings, and modern scholarship, with a cautious MBTI analysis at the end.
📜 substack.com/home/post/p-...
Fascinating article by @kdjbright.bsky.social
I can't wait to see how the May election in Wales plays out 🏴📝
Looks absolutely beautiful, I love a hike! I'll have to put it on a list for future trips ✈️
Thank you very much! I hope you enjoy the long-form content! :)
Snowdonia is a stunning part of the world if I say so myself ⛰️
What about Vermont?
Hi all, I’m Gwyn!
I write about Welsh history, identity, and memory — from saints and medieval rulers to modern thinkers and celebrities
I’m interested in how people are remembered, mythologised, and discussed over time
Longer essays can be found at famouswelshminds.substack.com
📜 #WelshHistory
Shwmae pawb 👋
New long read on Gwenllian ferch Gruffudd — warrior princess, literary mystery, and a figure shaped as much by memory as by history.
Based on primary sources, later romantic retellings, and modern scholarship, with a cautious MBTI analysis at the end.
📜 substack.com/home/post/p-...
🛡️ On this day in 1240, Wales lost its greatest ruler — Llywelyn Fawr. An ENTJ before MBTI existed, he built unity from chaos. Vision, structure, legacy.
Read the tribute:
famouswelshminds.substack.com
#WelshHistory #ENTJ #Cymru #LlywelynFawr #MBTI
