Edwin of Tegeingl facts for kids
Edwin of Tegeingl was an important leader in north-east Wales. He was born around 1020 and passed away in 1073. He was known as a prince or lord of a region called Tegeingl.
About Edwin
Edwin was a powerful leader in a part of Wales known as Tegeingl. This area was located in the north-east of Wales. It was part of a larger region called Perfeddwlad, which stretched along the northern coast. This land was often fought over. It changed hands many times between the Welsh and the Anglo-Saxons (people from England).
Some old family records say Edwin was a descendant of Hywel Dda, a famous Welsh king. However, some historians think this family tree might have been made up later. They believe Edwin's name suggests he might have had Anglo-Saxon family roots. Even so, he was a respected Welsh leader.
The old Welsh stories don't mention Edwin directly. But they do talk about his sons. Edwin married a woman named Gwerydd. She was the sister of Bleddyn ap Cynfyn, who was a prince of two important Welsh kingdoms, Gwynedd and Powys.
His Family and Legacy
Over time, Edwin became known as the founder of one of the Fifteen Tribes of Wales. These "tribes" were important families or groups of people in Welsh history. Because he was so important, people in later centuries created special symbols for him. These symbols are called attributed arms, like a family crest.
Edwin had three sons who continued his family line. Their names were Owain, Uchdryd, and Hywel.
