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Oct 2024
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Ancient Wales Episode 01 - Where to Begi...

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Today we begin discussing the Bronze age the progression of tools and weapons from Mesopotamia to Britain. And how iron followed suite centuries later. Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Welshhistorypod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/welshhistorypodcast Please consider becoming a supporter at: http://patreon.com/WelshHistory  Music: ... Show More
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