Cristin verch Goronwy facts for kids

Cristin verch Goronwy (also known as Christian verch Goronwy or Christiana ferch Goronwy) was an important woman in Welsh history. She was the second wife of Owain Gwynedd, who was a powerful prince or ruler in Gwynedd, a kingdom in Wales, during the 12th century.

Her Childhood

Cristin was born around the year 1105. Her birthplace was in a region called Tegeingl, which is now part of Flintshire in Wales. Her father was Gronwy (ap Owain) Owain, and her mother was Genilles V. (Hoedlyw) Owain. She also had a sister named Rymel verch (Goronwy) Gronwy. Her grandfather was Owain ap Edwin, who was a lord in Tegeingl.

Her Adult Life

Around 1145, Cristin married Owain Gwynedd. He was her cousin. After her husband Owain passed away in 1170, there was a struggle for power among his sons. Cristin supported her sons, Dafydd and Rhodri. They were in conflict with their half-brother Hywel over who would rule Gwynedd. In the end, Dafydd and Rhodri gained control of Owain's lands and inheritance.

Cristin also had other children. These included Margaret ferch Owain Gwynedd, Iefan ab Owain Gwynedd, Gwenllian ferch Owain Gwynedd, and Angharad ferch Owain Gwynedd.

Her Death

We don't know the exact date or place where Cristin died. It is believed that she passed away somewhere in the Kingdom of Gwynedd in Wales.