Caernarfon Castle | The medieval fortress at the centre of a 20th-century controversy

Discover the Welsh castle at the centre of the most dramatic moments in 20th-century royal history. Subscribe here: https://bit.ly/subhistoryextrayoutube

As the site of the investiture of two Princes of Wales, Caernarfon Castle has played a pivotal role in the story of royal history, and Anglo-Welsh relations. From its position as a 13th-century English stronghold to a symbol of the monarchy’s Welsh ties, Professor Kate Williams, historian and broadcaster, presents an inside look at the rich history of this fortress palace on the banks of the River Seiont in Gwynedd, North Wales.

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00:00 Intro
00:34 Who build Caernarfon Castle?
02:26 What was its 20th-century role?
07:09 What about a Princess of Wales?

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