Hywel Dda

Hywel Dda was a 10th-century Welsh king known for creating a unified legal system known as "Laws of Hywel Dda." His laws regulated various aspects of life, including property, marriage, and crime, promoting justice and social order across Wales. Hywel Dda's legal code was noteworthy for being written down, making laws clearer and more consistent than oral traditions. His leadership helped strengthen Welsh identity and governance. Today, he is remembered as a symbol of law and fair administration in Welsh history.