The legacy of Penrhyn Castle (Pt 1)
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How has slavery shaped British history? On today's Stories of our times podcast, we look behind the grandeur and fine interiors of Penrhyn Castle, in north west Wales, to discover the dark history its foundations were built on.
You may also be interested in this article from The Sunday Times: "Meet the sleuths researching their slave-trading ancestors".
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Guests:
-April-Louise Pennant, Academic.
-Marian Gwyn, Welsh historian.
Host: Brenna Daldorph & David Aaronovitch.
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