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June/Mehefin






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2. Jonathan Pryce born this day 1947 
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1. Kelly Jones, lead singer,  Stereophonics
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2. 'Merthyr Rising' 1831
 1. Gruffydd Ap Llewellyn defeats the English at Welshpool on this day 1039
 1. Second Severn Crossing opened 1996 1. Ceri Richards Artist born this day 1903 1.Tom Jones born this day 1940

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 1. Bonnie Tyler born this day in 1951.
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1. Iain Sinclair, Author and Film-maker born in Cardiff on this day in 1943
 1. Margaret Haig Thomas (suffragette) born this day 1883
1. Thomas Pennant born this day 1726
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 1. Scott sets sail for the Antarctic from Cardiff this day 1910
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1. Amelia Earhart lands in Burry Port, Wales this day in 1928 1. John Gibson sculptor born this day 1790
1. First 'Gorsedd' in history organised by Iolo Morgannwg (academic faker) held on this day 1792 100welshheroes
 1. Battle of Bryn Glas (Pilleth) 1402
2. Gwen John (painter) born this day 1876
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1.Gymanfa Ganu at
Bryn Seion
Beavercreek
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1. First sporting event held at Millennium Stadium on this day, 1999.
 1. Vernon Watkins born on this day 1906
2. Swansea Earthquake 1906
1. Katherine Jenkins born on this day in1980
 
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1. Maerdy Colliery (last in Rhondda) closed 1986








Severn Crossings: Old and NewJune/Mehefin

There is much to celebrate in the month of June! A host of Welsh superstars were born this month chief amongst them the redoubtable Tom Jones. Also of course Jonathan Pryce, Kelly Jones, Bonnie Tyler and Katharine Jenkins.  June is also the month in which the second Severn crossing was opened in 1996. Owain Glyndwr won a major victory over forces loyal to the  English Crown in June 1402 at Pilleth. The Welsh word for June is Mehefin. Anyone interested in learning the correct pronunciation ( or indeed in learning the Welsh language itself ) will find a multitude of excellent sites online to assist them with this. Some of these are listed on our homepage which can be found here.

The Easy Way to Learn Welsh History

If you were born Welsh or are of Welsh descent then there is something to celebrate ( or comemmorate ) every day of the year. If you are looking to learn Welsh history one day at a time or just looking for an excuse to raise a glass and celebrate on any particular day this section is for you. You will also find the birthdates of many famous Americans of Welsh descent on these pages. Though these pages are intended as a serious resource some of my co-contributors have a sense of humor. Consequently there are a few 'joke' items spread amongst the vast bulk of factual daily entries. We dont think you'll have too much trouble spotting them.

We will also be including the dates of many Welsh and American Welsh festivals, sporting events etc. Bookmark the Calendar for your daily dose of Welsh history ( and occasional nonsense )!

Join 'Americymru' - The Welsh American Social Network

Americymru.com is the public website of Americymru (pronounced - amerikumree) which is an American Welsh social network. This group is primarily for Americans of  Welsh descent. If your name is Jones, Evans, Williams or Price you probably qualify. A welcome is extended to fellow celts of Irish or Scottish descent. We also accept members from anywhere in the U.S, Canada or Wales who are concerned to preserve their Welsh heritage. You may also join if you think that the Draig Goch is cool. We aim to be as inclusive as possible.

Americymru can be found here.