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Title: An Enquiry into the Truth of the Tradition, Concerning the Discovery of America, by Prince Madog ab Owen Gwynedd, about the Year, 1170
Credits: E-text prepared by Robert J. Hall from the library of Joseph S. Colello
Summary: "An Enquiry into the Truth of the Tradition, Concerning the Discovery of America, by Prince Madog Ab Owen Gwynedd, About the Year, 1170" by John Williams is a historical account written in the late 18th century. The work presents an intriguing hypothesis that challenges the conventional narrative of European discovery of America, positing that the Welsh Prince Madog may have landed in the Americas centuries before Columbus. The author seeks to provide evidence through historical texts, traditions, and linguistic similarities, suggesting that the early encounter between Europeans and Native Americans could have its roots in these earlier Welsh voyagers. The opening of the text introduces Prince Madog's journey as a response to political strife in North Wales, leading him to embark on an exploration westward. Williams outlines historical accounts and linguistic connections, indicating that certain indigenous tribes spoke Welsh and possessed artifacts reminiscent of Welsh Christianity. The narrative discusses various historical perspectives on American discovery, providing a framework for debating the authenticity of the Madog legend. The author emphasizes the importance of examining all available evidence, including ancient writings and traditions, to evaluate claims about pre-Columbian trans-oceanic expeditions, setting the stage for a detailed inquiry into the legitimacy of Madog’s voyages and their implications on the understanding of American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Williams, John, 1727-1798
EBook No.: 14032
Published: Nov 12, 2004
Downloads: 143
Language: English
Subject: Madog ab Owain Gwynedd, 1150-1180?
Subject: America -- Discovery and exploration -- Welsh
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: An Enquiry into the Truth of the Tradition, Concerning the Discovery of America, by Prince Madog ab Owen Gwynedd, about the Year, 1170
Credits: E-text prepared by Robert J. Hall from the library of Joseph S. Colello
Summary: "An Enquiry into the Truth of the Tradition, Concerning the Discovery of America, by Prince Madog Ab Owen Gwynedd, About the Year, 1170" by John Williams is a historical account written in the late 18th century. The work presents an intriguing hypothesis that challenges the conventional narrative of European discovery of America, positing that the Welsh Prince Madog may have landed in the Americas centuries before Columbus. The author seeks to provide evidence through historical texts, traditions, and linguistic similarities, suggesting that the early encounter between Europeans and Native Americans could have its roots in these earlier Welsh voyagers. The opening of the text introduces Prince Madog's journey as a response to political strife in North Wales, leading him to embark on an exploration westward. Williams outlines historical accounts and linguistic connections, indicating that certain indigenous tribes spoke Welsh and possessed artifacts reminiscent of Welsh Christianity. The narrative discusses various historical perspectives on American discovery, providing a framework for debating the authenticity of the Madog legend. The author emphasizes the importance of examining all available evidence, including ancient writings and traditions, to evaluate claims about pre-Columbian trans-oceanic expeditions, setting the stage for a detailed inquiry into the legitimacy of Madog’s voyages and their implications on the understanding of American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Williams, John, 1727-1798
EBook No.: 14032
Published: Nov 12, 2004
Downloads: 143
Language: English
Subject: Madog ab Owain Gwynedd, 1150-1180?
Subject: America -- Discovery and exploration -- Welsh
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.