The Rest Is History cover image

267: Wales: The Roar of the Red Dragon

The Rest Is History

00:00

Rugby, Resources, and Welsh Identity

This chapter examines the fraught historical relationship between Wales and England, focused on resource exploitation during the Industrial Revolution and its impact on Welsh identity. It highlights the significance of rugby as a cultural unifier amidst socio-economic challenges and the complexities of language dynamics in Welsh society. Through personal stories and reflections, it illustrates how government policies affected the Welsh language and shaped national identity.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app