The British History Podcast 90 – WelshCast Part Three: The Silent Treatment
Jul 2, 2013
Resistance of British against Anglo-Saxons, Battle of Baden Hill, reverse migration of Brits from Wales, founding of English dynasties, contrasting cultural integration between Eastern Britain and Francia, divisions and lack of communication between British and Anglo-Saxons, heartwarming story of rescuing and reuniting Greg the Lost Cat.
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British Resurgence After Initial Invasions
- Early Sub-Roman Britain saw a British resurgence after initial Anglo-Saxon incursions, led by figures like Ambrosius Aurelianus and possibly Arthur.
- Anglo-Saxon dynasties existed but remained small and localized during the first century of the Sub-Roman period.
Welsh Rulers' Conduct Weakened Unity
- Gildus portrays Welsh kings as vain and sinful, which may explain weak regional cooperation against Germanic expansion.
- That internal dysfunction likely weakened British responses as Anglo-Saxon power grew.
Deafening Silence Between East And West
- Welsh records show little engagement with eastern British kingdoms, implying limited political or military support.
- This 'deafening silence' suggests cultural and diplomatic separation rather than simple geographic distance.