General Notes

The Good
Prince of Deheubarth
"Hywel ap Cadell ap Rhodri, is known in history as Hywel Dda (Hywel the Good: 890-950). A grandson of Rhodri Mawr, he came into possession of Dyfed around 904 and Brycheiniog some years later. The combined kingdoms became known as Deheubarth, a unit seen by Dr. Davies as of central importance in the history of Wales during the next four centuries. In 942, Deheubarth was united with Gwynedd and Powys, giving Hwyel control over most of Wales with the exception of Glamorgan. He wisely kept peace with the English through a policy of conciliation, earning a reputation more as a diplomat than warrior. The king gained his reputation for his consolidation of the Law of Wales, one of "the most splendid creations of the culture of the Welsh" (Davies. p.88). "

"In the Cyfraith Hywel, his accomplishment was to systemize the ancient legal customs of Wales: it is notable for its elements of mercy, common sense and a great respect for women and children that has been lacking from many legal systems of other countries right up to the present day. In "Brut y Tywysogyon," the unusually gifted ruler was described as "the chief and most praiseworthy of all the Britons." No other Welsh king gained the title of Dda (The good).
Went on a pilgrimage to Rome in 928."
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"My Family Genealogical History" Gay L. Roberts g.roberts@@prodigy.net