One of the most common surnames found in England, with a number of points of origin, ‘Hughes’ is nevertheless particularly identified with the ancient Celts of Wales.
• But it is not only in that nation that bearers of the name have entered the historical record, with many achieving honours and distinction through a diverse range of endeavours and pursuits.
• The colourful and prominent tale of the Hughes Clan is recounted here.
A name that became popular throughout the British Isles in the wake of the key historical event of the Norman Conquest of 1066, ‘Lee’ features prominently in the historical record. • Many have gained...
A name of ancient Welsh roots, ‘Lloyd’ nevertheless figures prominently in the historical records of not only Wales and England, but also in those of other nations. • From the world of financial...
A name that resonates throughout the historical record, ‘Wilkinson’ has been present in the British Isles since at least the eleventh century. • Many of the name were to be found on the bloody field...
It was with sword in hand that the ancestors of bearers of the James name today first arrived on British shores. • This was through the Norman Conquest of 1066 and the defeat of the last Anglo-Saxon...
Present on British shores from earliest times, ‘Anderson’ is a name whose bearers feature prominently in the historical record. • Many have gained high honours and distinction through service to...
A name that became popular throughout the British Isles in the wake of the key historical event of t…
A name of ancient Welsh roots, ‘Lloyd’ nevertheless figures prominently in the historical records of…
A name that resonates throughout the historical record, ‘Wilkinson’ has been present in the British …
It was with sword in hand that the ancestors of bearers of the James name today first arrived on Bri…
Present on British shores from earliest times, ‘Anderson’ is a name whose bearers feature prominentl…
