What Did the Romans Do for Us?
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Roman influences on Welsh life.
Eddie Butler discusses the interchange of ideas and beliefs between the Welsh and the Romans; Looks at Roman influences on the Welsh flag, the leek and some words from the Welsh language. Also covers Celtic influences on Roman religion.
From: Wales and the History of the World ; Ideas
First broadcast : 24 March 2010
Teachers' notes
Age Group : 11-14
Subject : History, Religious Education, Welsh Second Language
Topic : Celts, Romans, Worship in Wales, Welsh language
Keywords : Celtic everyday life, Celtic religion, Roman religion, History of the Welsh language, Citizenship
Notes : Clip has uses in history, RE, Welsh Second Language, citizenship and global influences. Discussion on Roman influences on change in Welsh society - what other benefits did the Roman invasions bring?
