Owain Glyndwr c. 1354–c.1416 WJEC GCSE

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WJEC GCSE Owain Glyndwr c.1354–1416

Written examination: 1 hour 30% of qualification 60 marks 

Unit 1: An in-depth study on Welsh history

Learners will study one of the following six historical topics to undertake an in-depth study that will provide them with an insight into the development of Wales at a specific point in time. Each option will be assessed by compulsory questions. These will focus on
historical knowledge of the topic, second-order historical concepts and the
analysis and evaluation of historical sources and interpretations.

Learners will study one of six historical topics to undertake an in-depth study that will provide them with an insight into the development of Wales at a specific point in time. Learners should be able demonstrate skills of analysis and evaluation when engaging with sources that relate to the selected historical topic and historical interpretations that encompass contrasting views of events and people.

Learners should also be able to apply their knowledge and understanding of the following
historical concepts in the context of their chosen historical topic:
• continuity and change
• similarity and difference
• significance and impact
• cause and consequence.

Medieval

1.2 Owain Glyndwr c. 1354–c.1416

In this topic learners will gain knowledge and understanding in the following areas:

1.2.1 The family background of Owain Glyndwr
1.2.2 Owain Glyndwr’s military service for Richard II, King of England
1.2.3 Owain Glyndwr and support for the Welsh Revolt
1.2.4 Owain Glyndwr’s reign as Prince of Wales
1.2.5 The death and legacy of Owain Glyndwr

with the aim of developing their understanding of the role played by Owain Glyndwr in relations between England and Wales across the period from c.1354 to c.1416.

Content and Amplification

Background: Wales in the mid fourteenth century

Learners should be aware of

  • the significance of the Edwardian settlement, rebellions against English rule and the reign of King Richard II of England
  • features of life in Wales in the fourteenth century, the nature of Welsh society, social classes and the role of women.

1.2.1 The family background of Owain Glyndwr

Learners should understand:

  • the ancestry of Owain Glyndwr, including:
    • his father Gruffudd Fychan ap Gruffudd, descendant of the princes of Powys
    • his mother Elen ferch Thomas ap Llywelyn, descendant of the princes of Deheubarth and Gwynedd
  • the nature and importance of his early life, including:
    • the impact of the death of his father in 1370
    • becoming an apprentice lawyer at the Inns of Court in London.
  • the significance of his married life, including:
    • his marriage to Margaret Hanmer
    • living as the lord of Sycharth.

1.2.2 Owain Glyndwr’s military service for Richard II, King of England

  • The nature of Owain Glyndwr’s early military service in Scotland, including:
    • his involvement in the Berwick-upon-Tweed garrison
    • his military service for John of Gaunt
  • The successes of his military service in the English Channel, including:
    • his role as squire to the Earl of Arundel
    • his role as squire to Henry Bolingbroke
  • The end of his military service, including:
    • defending Richard II from his political opponents
    • his retirement to Sycharth.

1.2.3 Owain Glyndwr and support for the Welsh Revolt

  • The resentments behind support for Glyndwr’s Welsh Revolt, including:
    • the lack of opportunities for Welsh people
    • the impact of Henry IV taking the throne of England from Richard II
  • The early successes of the revolt, including:
    • Glyndwr’s dispute with Lord Grey
    • The Battle of Mynydd Hyddgen, 1401
  • Events that increased support in Wales for the revolt, including:
    • the impact of Henry IV’s penal laws
    • Glyndwr’s success at Bryn Glas, 1402.

1.2.4 Owain Glyndwr’s reign as Prince of Wales

  • How Owain Glyndwr established himself as Prince of Wales, including:
    • using Harlech Castle as centre of government
    • holding a Welsh parliament at Machynlleth
  • Support for his reign from outside of Wales, including:
    • the Tripartite Indenture and the treaty with the French
    • the Pennal Letter
  • The increasing difficulties he faced through his reign, including:
    • the English victory at Pwll Melyn, 1405
    • the English capture of Harlech Castle, 1409.

1.2.5 The death and legacy of Owain Glyndwr

  • The last years of Owain Glyndwr’s revolt, including:
    • his refusal of a pardon from Henry IV in 1411
    • the ongoing guerrilla campaigns
  • The immediate legacy of Owain Glyndwr’s revolt, including:
    • the impact of the continuing revolt on his supporters and family
    • the mystery surrounding his death and burial
  • Owain Glyndwr’s reputation, including:
    • the myth of the Mab Darogan
    • becoming a symbol of Welsh nationalism.

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