Which Welsh woman led a double life as a pirate and smuggler? Which harpist and wrestler threw a man into a lake? Who led the first society in Wales to campaign for women to vote? Discover 366 surprising and intriguing entries about women from Wales and connected to Wales, from the daring to the dastardly, from the ingenious to inspiring. This essential daily reference offers an eclectic mix of biographies and notable achievements of women who have made a significant contribution to Wales, including women from the worlds of history, entertainment, sports, politics, racial awareness, LGBTQ+, disability awareness, music, television and much more. Full of surprising stories, quirky facts and notorious individuals, this collection from the authors of Wales on This Day: 366 Facts You Probably Didn't Know is an informative and entertaining testament to women who have shaped Wales and the world.
Discover 366 fun and surprising stories about Wales each linked to a specific day of the year. Did you know that the recipe of Tennessees famous Jack Daniels whiskey is rumoured to have originated in Llanelli, or that the worlds first radio play was set in a Welsh coal mine? Why was a showing of the Jurassic Park film in Carmarthen so special, and how is Rupert Bear connected to Snowdonia? Delve in to discover the stories that most history books leave out.
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