| Tywysog Cymru | Episode Summary | Cast and Characters |
Tywysog Cymru is the sixth episode in Season 3 of The Crown. It aired on November 17, 2019.
Synopsis[]
Prince Charles is sent to Aberystwyth to learn Welsh from an ardent nationalist in preparation for the ceremony for his investiture as Prince of Wales.
Episode Notes[]
Historical Events[]
- In this episode, Prince Charles is invested with the title Prince of Wales. The ceremony takes place at Caernarfon Castle in Wales on July 1, 1969. The title is traditionally conferred upon the heir apparent to the British throne (it was conferred on Charles in July 1958, but the investiture was not held until 1969).
Historical Figures[]
- Businessman Henry Dimbleby plays his grandfather, BBC broadcaster Richard Dimbleby. Henry is also the son of contemporary BBC broadcaster David Dimbleby.
Historical Notes[]
- The play being performed is Richard II. It includes the famous quote:
- For within the hollow crown
- That rounds the mortal temples of a king
- Keeps Death his court...
- — Richard II, act 3, scene 2
Trivia[]
- The episode's title means "Prince of Wales" in Welsh language.
- This episode, Scientia Potentia Est and Paterfamilias are the only episodes written in languages other than English, the latter two were written in Latin.
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| Season 3 |
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| Olding • Margaretology • Aberfan • Bubbikins • Coup • Tywysog Cymru • Moondust • Dangling Man • Imbroglio • Cri de Coeur |