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A People's Story of Wales

We preserve and celebrate the rich history of Wales by collecting unique stories from everyday people. Find out more about us or register to start uploading and share your stories.

Black History Month 2020

Celebrating the richness of Wales' black history through the stories you share:
  • Barry
  • Windrush
  • WW1
  • Race Riots
  • Bay Life
  • Back-a-Yard

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Nena Lawrence, Joyce Hall & Elva Headman

Nena Lawrence, Joyce Hall & Elva Headman
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  • The Windrush Project

Old Roundhouse, Gwaun-clawdd Farm near Abercrâf...

Old Roundhouse, Gwaun-clawdd Farm near Abercrâf...
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  • John Ball

William James, Draper, Main Street, Fishguard

William James, Draper, Main Street, Fishguard
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Oldcastle Arms, Ruthin, c. 1875

Oldcastle Arms, Ruthin, c. 1875
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  • Casglu'r Tlysau / Gathering The Jewels

Ferndale Colliery, 1907

Ferndale Colliery, 1907
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  • Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales

The development of the Milk Industry in West...

The development of the Milk Industry in West...
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Have you got photographs or a unique memory of a time or place in Wales? See our Help pages for quick tips on uploading your collection, and let your story be part of history
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RT @monstercymru: Great to see the stories of librarians and information professionals in #COVID19 Wales finding a safe home… https://t.co/BALt0HwyHU — 13 hours 42 min ago
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