Owain Glyndwr

Today's the day ........................... to protest

This is the flag that is flying round ours today - and it's a bit of a protest.

Did you know that the Union Jack , the flag of the United Kingdom of Great Britain, has nothing in it at all to represent Wales?  It incorporates the flags of Scotland, England and Ireland - but anything to do with Wales is noticeably absent.  Apparently this is because when the Union Jack was created, Wales was considered to be a mere 'principality' - and part of England.  But just don't try saying anything along those lines if you're anywhere near Will.

So today then, by way of protest, we are flying the standard of the famous Welsh prince - Owain Glyndwr.  The lion on red and gold was carried into battle during his rebellion against the English.  The banner has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity in recent years. It is often seen at major sporting events, and has become a potent symbol of protest.  Its origins are unclear - but perhaps Glyndwr hoped to demonstrate his lineage from the princes of Gwynedd, whose flag in the 13th century had been four passive lions. By making the lions rampant, Glyndwr was giving out a clear signal.  

As were we today - for those in the know .............................