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Wales
Questions related to Wales, the mountainous country in the west of the island of Britain, which is part of the United Kingdom. It is known as Cymru in the Welsh language.
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Why isn't St. David's Cross included on the UK Union Flag along with the three others?
Wales is not represented on either the Union flag or the Royal Standard as Wales is a Principality in its own right with its own prince. The thrones of England, Scotland and Ireland were merged. Incidentally, the Welsh flag consists of a red dragon on a white and green stripe: it's not in the form of a cross. When the first Union flag was designed in 1606 (for use by warships) Wales wasn't regarded as a country in its own right. The same still applied when the current Union flag of 1801 was adopted. I don't think the question referred to the Welsh red dragon flag, as St. David's cross does exist. It is a gold cross on a black field. I do, however agree with the main point.
Further explanation - Wales and the UK: "countries within a country" Wales was and is a 'country', and always has been in the 'national' sense - its language is still widely spoken and sign-posted today. It was 'annexed' to England in 1535, after years of English occupation. The Welsh royal system was based on Princedom (the first Prince of Wales was in 1216), and the English throne (which already had Welsh Tudor blood via Heny VII) absorbed Wales as a 'Principality' (it was originally connected in 1284 by Edward I), and annexed Wales to its laws, creating a new legal system to accommodate the two entities, which is today called 'The Laws of England and Wales' in the UK (Scotland has differing laws). The word 'Principality' is now just a 'courtesy term' used by the British royal family - ie Prince Charles is the Prince of Wales, Lady Diana was the Princess of Wales, etc. When the United Kingdom (ie 'Britain') was formed, England, Wales and Scotland (later with Ireland for the 19 century, followed by just the newly formed Northern Ireland in the 20 century) became one single 'sovereign' country. Consequently, Wales is no 'less' a country than England or Scotland. In fact, Wales has a national anthem ("Hen Wlad fy Nhadau", which is sung in Welsh) - while England actually doesn't (an anomaly similar to the flag, perhaps).
The sovereign state (or 'official country) is called in full: 'The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland', or the 'United Kingdom' for short. London is the capital city, which is in England, like much of the wealth. The UK national anthem is 'God Save the Queen', although it is accepted that the monarchy has virtually no power in Westminster (the UK actually has no official constitution). The UK government website says the UK comprises of "countries within a country" (Number 10 Downing Street). The UK is the sovereign state, and hence is the single 'country' in sovereign contexts (like the ISO country list). Over the years, people have suggested a new flag where the Welsh dragon or the cross of St David are included. If the Union Jack flag is ever changed (for whatever reason), it could well happen.
Why aren't my daffodils getting flowers?
Because Spring is so late in coming this year. Winter weather has gone on for an unusual length of time, it's simply been too cold for the daffodils to flourish. It's not just you, milions of people are having the same problem with their Spring flowers, but they will come out eventually, albeit late.
What gift was given on Valentine's Day in Wales?
Handcarved wooden "love spoons" were once a popular gift in Wales.
Are there any real schools for young girls in wales who want to be witches?
Try Frogwarts or any school affiliated with the Royal family.
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Is Welsh a non-indo-european language?
Welsh is an Indo-European language; a member of the Celtic subgroup.
You got deported from England can you travel to Wales?
No, England and Wales are part of the same sovereign state, the UK.
Do you need a passport flying from wales to Scotland with bmi baby?
No. You don't need a passport to travel from one part of the UK to another.
That is a matter of personal preference, I guess some are and some aren't just like anywhere else.
Where in wales do people eat welsh rarebit?
Welsh rarebit is just melted cheese on toast. Its eaten all over Wales and the United Kingdom and a lot of other places in the world.
How much of total British production of iron and coal did Wales produce?
At peak it was outputing 57 million tons of coal. This was some 50% UK ouput. Iron at peak was 40% of the UKs total output. For Iron a massive 40% of the UKs total output was actually made in Merthyr Tydfil at the Dowlais Iron Works.
Is there a town under a Welsh reservoir?
Yes.
A town in Wales called Capel Celyn was emptied of its population and flooded, on purpose, in order to form a reservoir.
The remains of that town are now underwater in the reservoir.
It was a controversial move because the village was the only surviving Welsh village that spoke entirely in the Welsh language (untouched by the English language). However, the natural location made it ideal for a reservoir, which can support millions of people with fresh water.
What is the oldest pub in Wales?
The oldest pub in wales is The Skirrid Mountian Inn, in a small village near Abergavenny in Monmouthshire.
What is the most important sea in Wales?
See the link below for a good map of the bodies of water in the area.
Add The Bristol Channel to the south.
What towns in Wales have caer and gaer in them?
Caerwys is one! mary in oregon our favorite Inn keeper is from Wales check this site......http://www.aboutbritain.com/TownsWales.asp
